A number of natural cosmetics and personal care companies are leading the way in sustainable and green packaging, according to latest research from Organic Monitor.
Sustainability is undoubtedly today’s business buzzword and consumer facing industries such as the cosmetics and personal care sector are particularly implicated. But, although consumers are increasingly aware of the concept, are they prepared to make...
Direct seller Avon has selected the Rexam XD-11 fine mist pump, for its three new fragrances: Celebrate, Rio Bikini, and Rio Rhythms, due to its luxury design opportunities.
Two new plastic film grades for labels, launched to comply with European directives on manufacturing emissions, can also improve productivity during the labelling process, according to ExxonMobil Chemical.
Greater awareness about environmental disposal hazards and more stringent government regulations are predicted to drive the global market for sustainable packaging to reach $142.42bn by 2015, according to market research group Global Industry Analysts...
New York-based JP Packaging has developed a means of providing highly accurate dosing and improved seal integrity for skin care product samples and unit does application multi-packs.
A number of new appointments swell the ranks of packaging and contract manufacturer Maesa, as the company continues to expand and strengthen its business sin the US.
Ball Corporation, one of the leading names in consumer packaging in the US, has edged into the personal care segment with the acquisition of Neuman Aluminum.
US-based World Wide Packaging (WWP) was awarded the Skin Care Packaging Design at this year’s Independent Cosmetics Manufacturers and Distributors Association (ICMAD) awards.
Magnetys, a magnetic decoration technique for plastics can result in a 3D effect where the design appears to emerge from the surface of the product, according to Solev, the company behind the innovation.
Bioplastics marry the benefits of one of the world’s most versatile materials with the advantages of a sustainable source – making it a significant advance in the field of sustainable packaging. However, as with any innovation, these new materials present...
UltraChrome is the company’s new plastic additive that it claims can recreate a chrome-like finish without the secondary processing of vacuum metallization.
New sustainable materials and technologies need to be evaluated to really understand what they can bring to a product, according to luxury rigid box manufacturer, Knoll Packaging.
Despite challenging times within the sector, luxury packaging players have not stopped innovating, according to the organizers of this year’s Luxe Pack event in New York.
Leading glass bottle beauty packaging supplier, Arrowpak, is increasing its focus on plastics packaging solutions for the skin care market as a means of expanding its business.
While consumer demand for green packaging is growing, it is still of secondary concern compared to the main priorities of simplicity, functionality and personality, according to Benjamin Punchard, head of packaging research at Euromonitor.
The Luxe Pack New York show is to open its doors over the next two days and the CosmeticsDesign team will be there, reporting all the highlights of the event.
Sustainable packaging and luxury can be combined but it’s a multi-player game, requiring action from retailers, suppliers, brands and consumers, according to Estée Lauder packaging executive John Delfausse.
US-based Topline Products Company, a supplier of cosmetics products and packaging, has announced the establishment of a manufacturing facility in Reynosa, Mexico.
Euromonitor International has pinpointed ‘cocooning’ as a major new trend in cosmetics packaging. The term refers to a lifestyle shift in which people are increasingly interested in indulging in at-home treatments.
Arbonne International, a direct seller of skin care and color cosmetics has updated its liquid foundation and make-up primer with the help of US-based Fusion Packaging.
The winners of the Fragrance Foundation’s Technological Breakthrough of the Year FiFi awards were announced last week at its annual breakfast in New York.
Multifunctionality and ease of use are some of the key drivers for the development and sale of new products within the personal care packaging industry, according to a recent report from Pira International.
Companies in the cosmetics packaging industry should not cut corners when it comes to innovation, according to Rexam’s director of new product development for make-up, Gerald Martines.
MeadWestVaco (MWV), a provider of packaging solutions for the cosmetics and personal care industry, has launched a low profile pump dispenser for the masstige and prestige cosmetics markets.