A brand new scent: Lumson enters the fragrance world
There’s no doubt about it: the fragrance market is going through a huge renaissance. In 2023, the sector was already worth $54.52 billion – 12.2% of which coming from luxury fragrances characterised by rare ingredients and craftsmanship, and 10.8% from mass-market products. In 2024, the growth continued
A milestone to celebrate: Lumson marks its 50th birthday
In 1975, in a small town near Cremona (Italy), Remo Moretti’s determination and foresight drove him to create Lumson. The company started out as a small manufacturer of cosmetic packaging, and now prides itself on having become one of Italy’s leaders in the industry. Combining design, manufacturing, efficiency,
The airless revolution now in square format – introducing Lumson’s new TAG ELECTA
Lumson, an Italian leader in premium cosmetics packaging, has grown its TAG collection with the recent addition of a truly unique solution. Let’s take a quick step back and look at the company’s TAG range first, to then introduce the revolutionary TAG ELECTA. Sophisticated and functional Lumson’s
The Ocean, a New Frontier for Cosmetic Innovation
Did you know that the ocean covers approximately 70% of Earth's surface? Did you also know that ocean microorganisms capture as much CO2 globally as the Amazonian forest? The ocean is an incredible source of life and innovation if preserved well. The ocean as a source of inspiration
Seppic opens a laboratory dedicated to fermentation biotechnologies in the United States
To meet the ever-evolving needs of its customers, Seppic is opening a new laboratory dedicated to fermentation biotechnologies at the Air Liquide Group’s Innovation Campus Delaware. With nearly 15% of its workforce dedicated to Research & Innovation, Seppic is continually investing to create unique, conscious and high-performance ingredients. Fermentation
EVENT: Sustainable Fashion & Beauty: BS or Breakthrough?
Has the word ‘sustainability’ lost all meaning for you?! Join us for a one-of-a-kind event demystifying the overused term, while spotlighting the most incredible innovations on the horizon… There’s a great deal of doom and gloom – as well as greenwashing – surrounding the topic of sustainability. This talk aims to
Cosmoprof closes with 5.8% growth in exhibition space and 4.5% in visitors compared to last year
The 56th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna concluded on a high note, reaffirming its status as the leading event for the global cosmetics industry. With over 255,000 beauty professionals from 150 countries and 3,128 companies from 65 countries, representing over 10,000 brands, the exhibition once again proved
Verescence’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets Validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
Verescence, a global leader in luxury glass packaging for the perfumery and cosmetics industry, reaches a new milestone in its contribution to fighting climate change. Following the initial validation of its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets in 2022 by SBTi under the "Well Below 2°C" (WB2C)
Trial learnings & next steps from the refill coalition in the UK
Following a successful trial period, the Refill Coalition has proved the viability of its refill and reuse solutions and is looking forward to sharing the extensive learnings with industry through an Industry Webinar and White Paper with accompanying independent LifeCycle Assessment (LCA) to be published in May. The Refill Coalition
Givaudan Active Beauty unveils EvernitylTM, the pioneering active ingredient for timeless beauty.
Givaudan Active Beauty reveals Evernityl™, a marine active ingredient sourced from the depths of Brittany's ocean. Derived from the macroalgae Laminaria hyperborea, Evernityl™ is produced through an innovative upcycling process, transforming fresh algae into a high-precision beauty ingredient combatting skin ageing and promoting youthful skin. At IFSCC 2024,
Adaptation & resilience of companies in the face of climate change - a new report
As extreme weather events grow in frequency and intensity, businesses face increasing risks to their assets, supply chains and long-term viability. Climate-related disasters have tripled over the past 25 years, causing over $200 billion in damages in 2023 alone. Supply chain disruptions, rising insurance costs and regulatory shifts are compounding
Clarins introduces its first refillable jar with Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance.
In line with Clarins’ sustainable development commitments, Albéa manufactures its new eco-designed jar. Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance contributes to the launch of Clarins' very first refillable jar, by producing the cap and the inner cup of the Extra-Firming Cream [collagen]3 Technology. Manufactured at Albéa Simandre in France, the