Cosmetic Regulations: labels & certifications
Today, many labels exist for cosmetic products. Who awards it? Is it really a guarantee of quality? Not all labels are created equal since the requirements of the certifying bodies are not necessarily identical. So, how do you choose the labels for your cosmetic products? We give you a breakdown
Consumer & Sustainability Perceptions 2024: Central & Eastern Europe
Our Consumer & Sustainability Perceptions 2024 report is part of a series of reports that explores how consumers view beauty and sustainability around the globe. This report focuses on four countries: Bulgaria, Romania, Czech Republic and Poland, including some insights about Hungary. It includes consumer data and insights as well
Celebrating a Booming British Beauty
"The UK market is booming, with sales of skincare products and perfume jumping by nearly 11% in the year to June — while the French market grew by only 6%. Britain’s beauty industry is set to overshadow France," wrote The Times. British Beauty Week, which runs from 23rd
From Vibrant Powders to Laser technology for Board packaging and Ecovadis' new platinum winner
Givaudan is releasing a collection of powders from botanical extract for make-up and skincare applications, while DS Smith just acquired new technology to innovate in customisation while ensuring sustainability, and Fedrigoni receives the platinum Ecovadis top 1%. Givaudan Active Beauty launches the [N.A.S.]™ Vibrant Collection of vegan botanical
Updated box by Procos, 3D cardboard by Rissmann, and low-carbon aluminium by Axilone
Procos has updated its iconic eco-responsible Yoga box (mono-material) with an optimised design, Rissman has developed an innovative FSC cardboard and paper design in 3D, and Axilone has partnered with Aludium to reduce its carbon footprint compared to the European average significantly. Created in 2020, the Yoga Box and its
When one beauty product might be just enough
While visiting MakeUp in New York, we met with Dr. Natacha Bonjout, founder of her eponymous brand, Bonjout Beauty, a French beauty brand based on the East Coast of the United States. Focused on beauty from the French Riviera, the pharmacist founder wanted to launch a beauty product full of
Accounting for carbon impact might be simpler than you think!
Thanks to today's technology, it is becoming easier to measure product life cycle (LCA) with task automation and open access to a global database. LCA is crucial to helping inform decision-making in product development that aligns with sustainability strategy.
Luxury packaging didn’t disappoint in Monte Carlo
This week, Monaco was again the annual mecca of luxury packaging. From luxury caps to intuitive designs and articulate accessories, great innovations were to be discovered. 💡You can watch our live report at the show on our Instagram, and here below is a selection of key innovations. (Instagram: re_sources.
From the new Prada blender to Rabanne's new ornaments and Floribis creations in Perfume.
Cosmogen has released the latest foundation blender for Prada beauty, Faiveley Tech is creating Rabanne new elevated decoration, and Floribis, the fragrance expert in vanilla is creating an in-house fragrance and cosmetics brand called ll’Atelier de Flo, with the support of Coverpla. Cosmogen for Prada Reveal Foundation: the blender
Fasting is good for the skin, says Begoña Sanjuan of Ayuna
Launch 2017 market with launch in the US at the IBE—Indie Beauty Expo. The brand is present in the US at Detox Market and Beauty Hero and is also available DtoC—Direct to Consumer via its website. The vision of co-founders and industry veterans from Spanish brand Natura Bissé,
Beauty trends and innovations in NewYork
From Element's partnership with Detrapel for new aerosol technology to complete PP airless packaging by CTKclip and innovative formulas at Kolmar, MakeUp in New York was buzzing this September. For its 13th edition, MakeUp in New York 2024 expected over 4500 visitors for the 150 exhibitors who showcased
From natural origin polymer to new olfactory solutions
From Seppic natural origin polymer Solagum AX, to Givaudan Bloomful™ Splash and Bloom Drops, the new accords collection for hair and personal wash applications. Seppic unveils new immediate skin benefits of Solagum™ AX, its natural origin polymer For several years now, in order to formulate minimalist cosmetics while answering a
From new baby fragrance to krush paper, and sustainability goals
From Coverpla supporting the launch of Biolane fragrance to Albéa achieving its sustainability goals. Coverpla takes part in the birth of the new Biolane fragrance for infants. When Biolane Expert returns to pharmacies with new perfumed water for babies, the brand leaves nothing to chance. A delicate scent was elaborated
Arkive or how to upcycle unused stock into the supply chain
Launched in July 2024, this innovative system aims to eliminate end-of-life stock in the future. Arkive offers end-of-life management in the beauty industry, highlighting the significant waste generated by overstock products and the need for centralised supply chain management. The platform allows businesses to centralise their overstock, assign products to
