{"id":162942,"date":"2026-01-14T17:41:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T15:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/?post_type=case&p=162942"},"modified":"2026-01-15T13:14:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T11:14:44","slug":"facedip-cooling-down-skincare","status":"publish","type":"case","link":"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/en\/case-studies\/facedip-cooling-down-skincare\/","title":{"rendered":"Facedip: Cooling Down Skincare with Xometry’s Manufacturing Expertise"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Xometry’s on-demand manufacturing services, including 3D printing and injection molding, facilitated the creation of the Facedip bowl. This collaboration enabled Nicole to refine her design, test material variations, and move towards mass production. Xometry’s support proved crucial in overcoming manufacturing hurdles and bringing this innovative product to the health and wellness market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Challenge: Creating a Convenient Solution for Cold Water Face Immersion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nicole Jeffery, the founder of Facedip, recognised a growing trend in the health and wellness community: cold water face immersion. This practice, often seen on social media, involves submerging the face in ice-cold water for various skincare and well-being benefits like reducing redness, tightening pores, and providing a refreshing sensation. However, the existing methods \u2013 using salad bowls filled with ice \u2013 presented inconveniences, especially for those with limited freezer space or shared household items.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Living in the UK with a small fridge freezer, Nicole sought a more practical and dedicated solution. “I wanted to continue my routine, but to be able to do it in an easier way,<\/em>” she explains. This desire led to the concept of Facedip, a collapsible silicone bowl designed specifically for cold water face immersion, making the practice more accessible to a wider audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Concept to Prototype: Navigating the Design and Manufacturing Landscape<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nicole initially collaborated with a design agency to create initial product drawings, which helped gauge public interest on social media. While the design consultancy provided valuable initial support, the ongoing costs led Nicole to explore alternative manufacturing options. Her search for a manufacturing partner eventually led her to Xometry through a Google search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The first thing that Xometry did for me was a 3D print<\/em>“, Nicole recalls. The initial manufacturer she consulted had specified a 60A shore hardness for the silicone to ensure the bowl’s flexibility for collapsing and expanding. Finding a 3D printing service that could meet this specific requirement and the desired size proved challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Xometry’s extensive network of partners provided the solution. Nicole connected with Chris, UK Key Account Manager at Xometry, who facilitated the 3D printing of the Facedip prototype. Impressed with the print quality and the collaborative relationship built with Chris, Nicole also decided to explore manufacturing quotes for different shore hardnesses with Xometry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Xometry’s Solution: Flexible Prototyping and Design for Manufacturing Support<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nicole leveraged Xometry’s on-demand manufacturing services for both prototyping and tooling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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