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Biologique Recherche Opens First New York City Flagship in SoHo

other · 2026-09-08

On September 8, 2026, Biologique Recherche, a renowned French skincare brand established in the late 1970s by biologist Yvan Allouche and physiotherapist Josette Allouche, launched its inaugural flagship store in New York City. Situated at 132 Greene Street in SoHo, this 2,500 sq ft location introduces a more public-facing identity for the brand. The store, named 'the Residence,' is the first to showcase Biologique Recherche's innovative architectural vision, crafted by the London- and Berlin-based firm Casper Mueller Kneer. It features a retail section, areas for the brand's signature 'Skin Instant' consultations, and treatment rooms. The interior boasts a gold-leaf ceiling, an 'altar table' for products, and treatment rooms inspired by the Sistine Chapel. Wandjina Glasheen-Brown, SVP of global creative, stated that the space embodies the brand's essence while maintaining a disciplined growth approach.

Key facts

  • Biologique Recherche opened its first New York City flagship store on 8 September 2026.
  • The store is located at 132 Greene Street in SoHo, spanning 2,500 sq ft.
  • The store is designed by architecture studio Casper Mueller Kneer.
  • The space is called 'the Residence' and includes a retail area, consultation space, and treatment rooms.
  • The interior features an 'altar table', gold-leaf ceiling, stainless-steel display area, and a blue marble bar inspired by the Seine.
  • Treatment room carpets are inspired by the Sistine Chapel ceiling.
  • Wandjina Glasheen-Brown, SVP of global creative, commented on the brand's new public-facing identity.
  • The brand was founded in the late 1970s by Yvan Allouche and Josette Allouche.

Entities

Artists

  • Yvan Allouche
  • Josette Allouche
  • Wandjina Glasheen-Brown

Institutions

  • Biologique Recherche
  • Casper Mueller Kneer

Locations

  • New York City
  • United States
  • SoHo
  • 132 Greene Street
  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Berlin
  • Germany
  • Paris
  • France

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