KENS Apothecary Is Back and Better Than Ever at The Gardens Mall
With an exciting fragrance pop-up
By: Astrid Zulhaime / June 6, 2025
KENS Apothecary has officially reopened its store at The Gardens Mall, debuting a luxurious new look that doubles down on sensory discovery and refined beauty experiences. Now twice its original size, the redesigned space invites visitors to engage more deeply with the brand’s iconic curation of skincare, haircare, and fragrances.
“Relaunching this store is not just about a new look or bigger space, it’s about reaffirming who we are and where we’re going,” says founder Ken Lim. “After 25 years, KENS Apothecary continues to evolve, bringing in the world’s most respected beauty brands for our customers to experience the very finest. This space honours our roots while looking boldly ahead, offering a beauty experience that’s as thoughtful and refined as those we serve.”
Inside KENS Apothecary at The Gardens Mall (Bonus: The Fragrance Library)


Guided by Executive Director Bernard Lim’s vision, the store’s new design is inspired by the textured beauty of Malaysia’s mountain landscapes, subtly layered with clean, modern lines and soft industrial touches. From the moment you step in, the layout encourages touch, exploration, and immersion with designated zones, a central terrazzo beauty island, and elegant Tom Dixon seating that fuse style with comfort.
At the heart of the space are walls dedicated to celebrated icons of fragrance and skincare excellence like Diptyque, Augustinus Bader, and the latest additions: BDK Parfums and Marc-Antoine Barrois. A sixth brand is set to be revealed soon, and an upcoming facial cabin will expand the brand’s spa offering, joining the ranks of its Bangsar and 1 Utama locations.

To celebrate this new chapter, KENS Apothecary is also launching The Fragrance Library, an evocative pop-up installation that treats perfume exploration like leafing through your favourite novel. Held at the Ground Floor of The Gardens Mall from 30 May to 8 June, this scent-centric experience encourages guests to discover fragrances based on mood and memory. It’s a quiet invitation to slow down and reconnect with the olfactory world, one spritz, one story at a time.
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