361 - Men have skin too and love good packaging design! W/ Freddie Sheridan from YCODE
People of Packaging · 13 Oct 2026 · 38m · Episode 361
What this episode covers
Freddie Sheridan, founder of YCODE, explains how his brand addresses the men's skincare gap by formulating products specifically for male skin biology, including 25% thicker skin and higher oil content. He details the design of the original matchbox-style packaging, which uses GF Smith paper and a glue dot, and the subsequent rebrand to a cleaner white aesthetic to avoid stereotypes. The episode highlights the Well Kept Advanced Eye Serum, noting its color-adaptive properties and the innovative 100% aluminum tube with a snap-off lid designed for sustainability and ease of use.
Most relevant to
early-stage companies
Topics
Mentioned
- Companies
- YCODE, GF Smith, Nordstrom, Uncreate.com, Amazon
- Products
- Well Kept Advanced Eye Serum
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