Packaging Innovations
latest innovations in beauty packaging and sustainability
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
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
Cellugy’s EcoFLEXY at the core of Bioli’s new sustainable high-performing skincare cream
The first commercially available product to include biotechnology startup Cellugy’s newly developed biofabricated cellulose-based ingredient, EcoFLEXY, has been launched in collaboration with biotech skincare company Bioli. Combining efficacy with sustainability, the new product pairs bioactive skincare with 100% biodegradable, fossil-free, biobased ingredients in a high-performance solution with low environmental
GEKA presents first “Made in US” collection
GEKA, a leader in high-precision beauty application solutions and part of Medmix, has unveiled its latest collection of mascara, lip gloss, and brow styling innovations at MakeUp in Los Angeles 2025. Visitors to stand J31 will have the opportunity to experience firsthand GEKA’s newest developments in applicator technology, advanced
Faber-Castell Cosmetics unveils "Terra"
“Terra” at the MakeUp in Los Angeles trade fair that is seamlessly blending the rawness of the earth with the elegance of modern beauty. Inspired by the rich textures, tones, and ecosystems of our planet, Faber-Castell Cosmetics presents the Terra collection, inviting beauty lovers to craft their own story with
Precision application in cosmetics for sustainability
Quadpack upgrades its new tube dropper Conceived by Quadpack’s creative hub last year, Wanderer introduced exclusive flow-control technology to deliver perfect, drop-by-drop actuation of low-viscosity products. Now, the Wanderer Divine has been re-engineered with a luxury pipette for a high-end look and feel. This aesthetic innovation aligns the product
Medicos, pioneering refillable packaging made in France
Launched in 2007, Medicos developed the first refillable packaging made in France with the Mahler brand, a beauty salon brand. They are also behind the first concrete refill packaging made for La Crème Libre in France, and they also designed the luxury refill for the porcelain jar released in 2015
From Hollywood to Sephora, a world of innovations at MakeUp in Los Angeles
Seen at MakeUp in Los Angeles The 2025 edition of MakeUp in LosAngeles has just wrapped up. The main product trends that we’ve identified were about multipurpose make-up formulas with 3 or 2 in 1 products, as well as gels in all its forms for skin care or make-up
Biomimicry, helping do beauty better
Have you heard of biomimicry? It is a concept of design thinking that helps organisations mimic nature in their innovation process. The idea is to take inspiration from nature for new designs and ideas. It is not just about products but about organisations and systems overall. The principle is that
Green innovations in Paris this week
After visiting the new upgraded version of Paris Packaging Week, which boasted about 830 exhibitors, we walked about 8km per day; we found interesting innovations at the beginning of 2025.12,588 visitors from 106 countries — a 27% increase from last year. The main trends that we have identified at
A century of innovations in cosmetic packaging and applicators - with Geka
GEKA, a global leader in high-precision beauty application solutions and part of medmix, is celebrating 100 years of excellence and innovation. Across a century of success, the company has grown from crafting brushes to becoming a pioneer in brushes, applicators, packaging solutions and beauty tools. As we look back at
What makes a sustainable lipstick
In the latest edition of our Innovations report, we wrote about the most sustainable lipsticks that were released in 2024 on the supply side. What makes a lipstick more sustainable? Is it its shape? Its choice of material? Its design or something else? We found that design matters a lot