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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
Packaging Innovation by Albéa Tubes: where sustainability meets desirability.
Following three main beauty trends: Beauty Rituals, Smart Beauty and Natural, Quiet & Efficient Beauty, Albéa Tubes is releasing new packaging innovations. Getting insights from the market helps packaging manufacturers design innovative products that align with consumer needs, so brands get ahead of the game when releasing new products. In
Airless and luxe: Introducing XTAG by Lumson
Can luxury be sustainable and…airless? Lumson, Italian leader in premium cosmetics packaging solutions, is showing that this is definitely possible. At the widely anticipated LuxePack Monaco event, the company has introduced XTAG. This is the first-ever glass bottle – available in 15ml and 30ml – featuring an airless refill system with
“At Lumson, we're proactively shaping our future with a foundation of sustainability and transparency”, says Nadia Valdameri
Lumson – one of the world’s leading manufacturers of packaging solutions for the cosmetics industry – has long demonstrated its unflinching commitment to enhancing its sustainability, not just through greener packaging solutions but also by adopting a company-wide, all-encompassing sustainability strategy. We spoke with Nadia Valdameri, Sustainability & ESG Manager -
“Beauty companies will keep having to tackle the sustainability challenge”, says Matteo Carraro - Lumson
Italian cosmetics packaging leader Lumson is no stranger to sustainable innovations in its field. Recently, the manufacturer has released another innovative solution, officially presented at LuxePack Monaco 2024. We spoke with Matteo Carraro, the company’s Innovation & Product Sustainability Manager, about challenges, future outlooks, and packaging design. re/sources:
Beauty and the planet – or how Geka supports a greener future
Sustainability and social responsibility are becoming increasingly entrenched in the mission and vision of companies in the beauty industry. A rising number of packaging suppliers, formulators, and brands in this sector are gradually taking small—and big—steps in the right direction to become more “green” and ethical across the
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
Eco-desirability as a source of inspiration in beauty innovation
Looking at the beauty market and the appetite for sustainable solutions, consumers are still widely attracted by luxury and experience, primarily. Developing a good product for the planet is a requirement, but not at the expense of an enjoyable experience. Green, often tagged as less attractive, is now getting a
Geka is releasing a fully recycled PP mascara packaging: A long-expected innovation
Released at Cosmopack Bologna 2024, GEKA developed a recycled PP for primary packaging, which is food-contact approved for suitable and safe use in cosmetics. Made of at least 95% recycled PP plastic, this new material opens up new opportunities for the cosmetics industry, with makeup products at the forefront. We
More conscious tools of the (beauty) trade – How biobased sponges can transform the beauty routine with Taiki
In the world of cosmetics, sustainability is not just about greener packaging and natural formulations. More and more, consumers are starting to demand better, more responsible solutions in the area of accessories, too. Makeup tools are a great example. Typically, makeup sponges, puffs, and brushes are produced using substances with
New packaging solutions serving the growing hair care segment
There's no doubt that the hair care industry has undergone a huge transformation in the past few years. Today, it represents the second-largest cosmetics market after skincare, offering an ever-expanding range of products and solutions to suit all hair types and needs. While the largest segment of the