Fancl Distributes Skincare Educational Materials for 4th Graders to Elementary Schools Nationwide

On May 25, 2026, Fancl Corporation began distributing its skincare educational material, "Secret of Skin That Creates the Future" (Mirai wo Tsukuru Hada no Himitsu ni Dokidoki), to elementary schools nationwide for fourth-grade students. The company plans to distribute 100,000 copies, alongside digital versions for classroom use and manuals for teachers.

Designed to align with health education curricula for fourth-graders, the material helps children recognize that skin changes as they grow. It covers the role of skin, changes during puberty, and the importance of proper skincare for maintaining healthy skin. The material is also structured to encourage students to review lessons with their families, promoting skincare practices at home.

Key Highlights: - Fancl launches distribution of skincare materials for 4th-grade elementary students nationwide. - Distribution target is 100,000 copies, featuring a 16-page format. - Explains skin mechanics, roles, puberty-related moisture and sebum changes, external factors like UV rays, and proper skincare methods using easy-to-understand charts and illustrations. - Includes a final page to facilitate family review and practical home application. - Digital teaching materials and teacher manuals are provided simultaneously.

Features of the Materials: Child's Educational Material: This material is used in health classes to help students focus on their own skin and spark interest. The cover features a QR code linking to a video with skin-related quizzes to engage students from the start of the lesson. The content explains skin mechanics and roles while using charts to show moisture and sebum changes, boosting interest in skin health. It also introduces how environmental factors like UV rays affect the skin, encouraging students to think for themselves about how to keep their skin healthy while learning proper skincare methods and the relationship between daily life and skin health.

Teacher's Manual: This manual provides lesson plan examples and materials on children's skin, allowing teachers to use the content not only in "Health" classes but also in integrated study time.

Background: Fancl believes it is crucial for children to understand their own skin and be aware of how to protect it from external factors like UV rays from a young age. Fourth grade is a time when skin changes related to puberty often begin. This material was created with the hope of providing children with an opportunity to take an interest in their skin and proactively think about skincare habits. The material was produced in collaboration with Social Service Co., Ltd.