e.l.f. Matte Power Grip retail display delivers a flawless performance

e.l.f. Matte Power Grip retail display
Blending storytelling, consumer education and merchandising expertise, Smurfit Westrock and e.l.f. collaborate on a high-performing endcap.
Known for delivering high‑performance beauty at accessible prices, e.l.f. continues to set the pace for trend‑driven innovation. For the launch of its Matte Power Grip Primer, the brand needed a retail moment that balanced instant recognition with education. Partnering with Smurfit Westrock, e.l.f. created a bold endcap designed to draw shoppers in, spotlight the new formula and clearly communicate how each primer in the Power Grip family works to provide the perfect makeup prep.
e.l.f. Matte Power Grip

The Challenge

e.l.f. Cosmetics sought to introduce Matte Power Grip Primer by leveraging the strong shopper recognition of the Power Grip franchise. The display needed to capture attention in a competitive beauty aisle, clearly differentiate the new formula, support shopper education, and meet retailer requirements for efficient execution. 
e.l.f. Matte Power Grip retail display

The Approach

e.l.f. partnered with Smurfit Westrock to create a standout endcap that balanced new-product discovery with established brand equity. The team used the popular Power Grip Primer as a visual anchor and incorporated a curved, three-dimensional product factice to add depth without increasing the footprint. Strategic color blocking and clear visual cues helped shoppers "pick their power player" formula and understand product benefits of the broader Power Grip collection. Smurfit Westrock engineered the structure for efficient shipping and seamless in-store execution.
elf Matte Power Grip retail display

The Result

  • Drove a 62% lift in incremental sales during launch  
  • Successfully introduced Matte Power Grip Primer while leveraging Power Grip brand recognition  
  • Increased visibility, engagement and differentiation in the beauty aisle  
  • Recognized as 2026 Shop! OMA Gold Award winner for excellence in retail display design and execution
shop! OMA Award 2026

2026 shop! OMA Gold Award Winner

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