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Natura aims to be fully regenerative by 2050
Beyond sustainability, the leading Beauty and Personal Care brand in Latin America is targeting social impact for a more holistic approach to green commitments, measured through an iP&L (integrated Profit & Loss)
From plant-based PDRN, functional naturals, and exosomes ... a few of the trends seen at InCosmetics 2026
In-cosmetics Global 2026 brought a surge of ingredient innovation to Paris. Active ingredients tapping emerging skin care trends, breakthrough delivery systems and sustainable functionals with surprising ancillary benefits – these and more were out in full force.
Packaging in the 18th century
what can we learn from the past? A look at beauty packaging’s 300-year story and evolution. Understanding why we are where we are now and what we can learn from reinventing old methods. * Ancient Times - part 1 - HERE * 18th Century - part 2 - HERE BELOW * 19th
Ancient Times - Packaging history
what can we learn from the past? A look at beauty packaging’s 300-year story and evolution. Understanding why we are where we are now and what we can learn from reinventing old methods. * Ancient Times - part 1 - HERE BELOW * 18th Century - part 2 - HERE * 19th
Five sustainable beauty packaging trends - 2022
As consumers are growing their expectations in terms of sustainability, it is increasingly difficult for brands to know how to address this issue where packaging is concerned. Should you move to a full aluminium range, or promote zero waste, use 100% PCR materials, explore new innovative materials. There is no
Was it a coincidence?
Sometimes we create innovation by mistake. Think about food. ”Tarte Tartin” and “Eton Mess” for instance were both kitchen catastrophes and turned out to be popular recipes replicated ever and ever in households and fancy restaurants. So, where am I getting at? I wondered if in your exploration towards a
3R applied to packaging: RECYCLE
THE 3R APPLIED TO COSMETIC PACKAGING EXAMPLES OF 3R INITIATIVES 3- RECYCLE
3R applied to packaging: REUSE
THE 3R APPLIED TO COSMETIC PACKAGING EXAMPLES OF 3R INITIATIVES 2- RE-USE
3R applied to packaging: REDUCE
THE 3R APPLIED TO COSMETIC PACKAGING EXAMPLES OF 3R INITIATIVES * 1- REDUCE
It’s about rights
Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow Today is not just about women’s day, but about RIGHTS, and EQUAL rights. This year’s theme from the United Nations is about “ Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”. A recent survey by the UN indicates that “ 80% of people displaced
Everything about the end of life of your beauty products
When it comes to waste, there is a lot of misinformation. Should you remove the cap of your packaging? Should you leave it on? Should you separate all the different parts? We often get asked a lot of questions about product development and recycling. Since beauty products can be very
Sustainability beauty and regulations/restrictions for packaging
The noose is tightening around beauty brands, and more precise decisions must be made in terms of product development and marketing claims. In the UK, from April 2022, all plastic packaging that does not contain 30% of PCR content will be taxed £200 per tonne. The tax applies to businesses
Five misconceptions about sustainability in beauty
Developing a more sustainable beauty product can be more challenging than you think, and I see a lot of misconceived ideas in the market. - Glass or Aluminium are better than plastic - 100% PCR material is easy to achieve - Carbon positive or negative is a great way to
