Herbalgy Trophy Ignites Hong Kong as Football Fever Sweeps the City

Juventus Defeat Chelsea FC 1–0
"Goal-Getter Giveaway" Opens the Door to World-Class Football¹, While 5 Children Fulfil Their Dreams as Player Mascots

HONG KONG, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Herbalgy Trophy: Chelsea FC vs Juventus, the headline of the Hong Kong Football Festival 2026 proudly presented by Pain Management Expert, Herbalgy, concluded successfully last night at Kai Tak Stadium. As football fever continues to sweep the world following this summer's FIFA World Cup, excitement in Hong Kong reached another high as two of Europe's most iconic clubs met on Hong Kong soil. Thousands of passionate supporters filled Kai Tak Stadium to witness an unforgettable night of elite football. Juventus claimed a 1–0 victory over Chelsea FC, while Edon Zhegrova was named  Herbalgy Trophy Man of the Match after an outstanding display.

Returning as the title sponsor of the Hong Kong Football Festival for the second consecutive year, Herbalgy continues its commitment to bringing world-class sporting experiences to Hong Kong, bringing people together through football while supporting the development of local sports culture.

Football Fever Continues Across the City

To share the excitement with even more football fans, Herbalgy once again launched its citywide "Goal-Getter Giveaway", giving away 1,000 tickets to the Herbalgy Trophy and Chelsea Open Training through participating retailers across Hong Kong. With prizes worth over HK$1 million, the campaign gave lucky winners the opportunity to experience world-class football up close¹, from watching Chelsea train to cheering alongside thousands of fans at Kai Tak Stadium on match day.

From witnessing Chelsea FC's open training session to experiencing the electric atmosphere at Kai Tak Stadium on match day, lucky winners enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime football journey alongside thousands of passionate supporters. Together, these unforgettable experiences helped bring the excitement of world-class football to every corner of Hong Kong.

Dreams Come True for Five Young Angels

Beyond creating unforgettable moments for football fans, Herbalgy remains committed to making a positive impact on the community. This year, the brand invited five children supported by Community Med Care to take part in the Herbalgy Trophy as player mascots. Three walked onto the pitch with Chelsea, while the other two accompanied Juventus, enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime experience in front of thousands of spectators.

Standing side by side with world-renowned footballers on one of Hong Kong's biggest sporting stages was far more than a pre-match ceremony, it was a dream come true for each child. Through this meaningful initiative, Herbalgy hopes to inspire young people to pursue their dreams while sharing the joy, passion and positive values that sport brings to the community.

Celebrating 27 Years of Herbalgy Through Sport

As Herbalgy celebrates its 27th anniversary, the brand remains dedicated to promoting healthier living while supporting the long-term development of sport in Hong Kong. Through international football sponsorships, large-scale consumer campaigns and meaningful community initiatives, Herbalgy continues to create opportunities for Hongkongers to experience world-class sporting events while encouraging healthier and more active lifestyles.

From the "Goal-Getter Giveaway", Chelsea FC Open Training and the Herbalgy Trophy to the Player Mascot Programme, Herbalgy has brought football closer to fans across the city while strengthening the connection between sport and the community.

Looking ahead, Herbalgy will continue to combine the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine with modern scientific research to develop trusted pain management solutions, while supporting more major sporting and community initiatives that empower Hongkongers to live healthier, more active lives.

¹ Goal-Getter Giveaway – Trade Promotion Competition Licence No.: 61362-4
² The promotion is subject to terms and conditions. In the event of any dispute, Herbalgy reserves the right of final decision.

About Herbalgy

Herbalgy Pharmaceutical Ltd. is a company that captures the essence of Hong Kong. Founded in 1999 by the esteemed Professor of Chinese Medicine Wong Tin Chee, he has been inspired by his father, Wong To Yick, since childhood. With a deep passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine and herbal medicine research, Professor Wong has inherited his father's wisdom and expertise.  He is committed to adhering to his father's philosophy of 'focusing on addressing the root cause rather than merely treating the symptoms' and the principle of 'viewing pain as a crucial indicator for identifying underlying issues'.

Following the establishment of the family business, Professor Wong was encouraged by his father to create the well-known 'Herbalgy' brand. This name reflects the company's commitment to promoting healthy meridians and overall well-being. With decades of clinical experience and a love for Hong Kong's traditional Chinese medicine, he established a GMP-standard factory in Hong Kong to ensure the scientific production of traditional medicinal oils and plasters. He has since launched the brands 'Touch Cool', 'Herbalgy', and 'Tibet Red', which blend the unique characteristics of Hong Kong with accessible medicinal oils, magnetic therapy, herbal remedies, and physical therapy, making them some of the most enduring and best-selling brands in the region.

These brands offer straightforward, medication-based home care solutions designed for the early prevention of chronic pain resulting from impaired circulation of blood and Qi in urban lifestyles. All products mentioned in this press release are registered proprietary Chinese medicines. Their statutory indications are based on the labels approved by the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong.

For more information about Herbalgy, please visit:

Website: https://herbalgy.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Herbalgy/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herbalgyhk/

Media Inquiries:

Herbalgy Pharmaceutical Ltd.
Marketing and Sales Department
Phone: (852) 2380 9555
Email: cs@herbalgy.com

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Herbalgy Trophy Ignites Hong Kong as Football Fever Sweeps the City

Premium cosmetics brand chose recyclable material for an overcap that delivers aesthetics, strength and sustainability.

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand KANEBO has selected Eastman Cristal™ One IM812 specialty PET resin for the overcap of its new Generating Essentials Treatment Lotion.

"Rooted in KANEBO's 'Progress Care' philosophy and our message, 'Going beyond beauty, KANEBO heightens hope,' this lotion reflects our approach to supporting skin through different stages of life rather than focusing on anti-aging," said Shinsuke Magai, KANEBO designer. "We wanted the packaging to bring that philosophy to life through a design that conveys both refinement and progression."

For the thick-walled black overcap, KANEBO needed a material that could meet demanding performance and design requirements, especially given the cap's heavier construction. Cristal One IM812 met that challenge by passing drop impact testing and maintaining required strength after post-mold painting.

Cristal One IM812 delivered the precise aesthetic KANEBO envisioned: a clean, high-quality black with the right gloss and a subtle transition from opaque black to a more transparent black gradient at the top. This combination of toughness, transparency and color precision helped create a refined premium look without making the package appear overly heavy.

"From an engineering perspective, this packaging required careful alignment of material performance, processing and finish," said Shota Kawasaki, KANEBO packaging engineer. "We evaluated several candidate materials, and Cristal One IM812 proved to be the best match for our needs."

This specialty material can be injection molded and is designed to provide high transparency and toughness for premium cosmetic components.

KANEBO selected this specialty PET resin for its sustainability benefits, as it is recyclable in the PET recycling stream. Although compliance with the European Union's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) was not an immediate requirement for a product sold primarily in Asian markets, KANEBO chose to go a step further by adopting a material that aligns with anticipated future regulatory expectations.

Market response has been positive since the lotion's January 2026 launch, and KANEBO plans to expand use of Cristal One Renew IM812 in upcoming products.

"KANEBO's adoption of Cristal One IM812 in its product cap is meaningful to Eastman," said Tara Cary, Eastman marketing manager for cosmetics and personal care packaging. "This commercial example shows how Eastman's materials can help beauty brands address the challenge of combining sustainability with uncompromised appearance, durability and function."

Kao, KANEBO's parent company, has partnered with Eastman for many years. Built through collaboration on Eastman material innovations, the longstanding relationship reflects Kao's confidence in Eastman's global technical support and materials expertise for cosmetic packaging that demands premium finishes and reliable performance.

About KANEBO
KANEBO is a prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand that conveys a message of hope, not just beauty. Centered on skin care, the brand also offers a full range of makeup products. At the heart of KANEBO's skin care is a signature cream inspired by Taishi. Taishi (胎脂) is the Japanese term for vernix caseosa, a naturally disappearing substance that protects a baby's immature stratum corneum from environmental changes and dryness. Through its unique skin care and makeup, KANEBO empowers individuals to pursue their aspirations while fostering a positive mindset.

About Eastman 
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com. 

Media Contact
Eastman
Jacob Teetzmann, APR
jteetzmann@tombras.com

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KANEBO selects Eastman Cristal™ One IM812 for luxury overcap packaging