Packaging Innovations
latest innovations in beauty packaging and sustainability
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 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
Reducing carbon emission of paperboard
Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics product packaging accounts for a large part of manufacturers’ Scope 3 emissions, which consider, for example raw material production, manufacturing, and end-of-life disposal. According to Metsä Board studies, fresh fibre paperboard can notably reduce the carbon footprint of pharmaceutical packaging by optimising the paperboard in use. Assessments*
How Sensorial Packaging is conveying sustainability attributes
As brands are finding it difficult to talk about sustainability, in our trend report revealed in 2023 we explained how "Sensorial" or "Visible Sustainability" is a key trend in sustainable beauty. Consumers need to see, touch and feel that your product is sustainable. Consumers are more
From e-PHA to inclusive design and light-weight, innovations in beauty
The latest beauty innovations from the supply side include e-PHA from Element Beauty Group, Inclusive design white-paper by Aptar, the 3-in-2 magnetic brush from HNB corporation, a light-weight glass dropper by Stoelzle and a full-glass refillable jar by Bormioli Luigi. E-PHA to replace ABS The PHA developed by Element Sciences
Innovations in wood packaging, and how responsible sourcing makes all the difference
When it comes to wood sourcing for packaging, many people seem to associate it with damaging practices such as deforestation. However, this is a big misunderstanding, and a myth that we are going to try to dispel in this article. Sustainable wood sourcing practices, in fact, have contributed to growing
Towards a more sustainable glass journey - a case study with Verescence
When making luxury glass for perfume, many factors are to be taken into account. From sourcing to raw materials transformation, as well as glass making and bottle shaping, a lot of energy and resources are utilised. How to ensure that the value chain is optimised? How to ensure the best
Always connected
I've been traveling (again) this week, and I got stuck with a very slow and intermittent connection. I had two important and long meetings (90 minutes & 2 hours) which I couldn't miss. Needless to say I got a bit stressed. It was exceptional. I don&
Sustainable beauty innovations - week 1st July
From Poetry to eco-design At the request of a house with stringent sustainability requirements, Coverpla was proactive in helping it choose a beautiful refillable bottle and a cap made from bio-sourced resin. Terre d’Oc, from Provence, offers natural products that tell stories of travel, ethics, craftsmanship, scent and wellbeing.
World first captured-carbon cosmetic tube
Following a year-long development process, Element Beauty Group and Caliray have developed a tube made of captured-carbon, a world first in the beauty industry. Caliray's hero product face primer called “so blown” a face primer has now re-packed it into a improved tube with stronger performance for better
A new way to lipstick, is that even possible?
Following a recent interview with Thierry de Baschmakoff, we uncover the secret behind its latest design of a refillable lipstick. The idea creates a new way to design a lipstick, yet, remains intuitive and does not change the way consumers would use or hold this iconic beauty item A new