Beauty Packaging

Nearly 60% of Gen Z and Millennials Only Buy Eco-Friendly Brands

Based on the findings in a new ESW Study, beauty brands need to communicate their environmental credentials—or risk losing Gen Z & Millennial shoppers.

04.27.23

Millennials and Gen-Z Dominate International DTC Sales in Skin Care, Beauty

Younger consumers are no longer limited by thinking locally when it comes to shopping.

Patrick Bousquet-Chavanne, president & CEO of Americas at ESW 11.01.21

LA Show Review: Talk Centers on Sustainability and CBD

Suppliers talk reusable, recyclable, and refillable -- with an emphasis on making things easy for the consumer.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 05.01.20

Coming Off COVID-19: Beauty & Wellness Industry Trends

Unfiltered Beauty's Daniela Ciocan predicts the new beauty and shopping habits that will emerge in the ‘new normal’ -- after the coronavirus pandemic.

Daniela Ciocan, Founder, Unfiltered Experience 04.09.20

Opportunities in Hemp-Derived CBD

Sales of cannabidiol-based products have soared during the past year, and now formulators are rolling out CBD products designed to ease a variety of ailments.

By Virginia Lee, Brightfield Group 04.03.20

Cannabis Consumer Trends

Across the board, people in the U.S. are generally aware of CBD, and associate it with various health benefits.

By Steve French, Managing Partner, and Jan Nash, VP of Research, Natural Marketing Institute (NMI) 04.03.20

MarketWatch: CBD Edibles & Topicals Expected to Gain Share of Cannabis Market

News and insight into cannabis-derived health, wellness, and beauty products.

04.03.20

Cosmetics | Skin Care/Sun Care

Why DTC Brands Are Succeeding with Beauty Aficionados

Direct-to-consumer beauty brands continue category disruption and share growth

Elle Morris, CEO, Snapdragon 03.26.20

Predictions for the Year Continue

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Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 03.04.20

Surprising Stats on Millennial Shopping Habits for 2020

They’ll likely spend 1.4 trillion this year—here are the factors that drive them to purchase and how they like to buy.

Online Exclusives Dara A. Busch, President, Consumer Practice, 5WPR 02.27.20

Beauty Retail 2025

Get ready for showrooming, ultrasound shopping and stores where purchasing is not allowed.

Elle Morris and Jennifer Murtell, CEO and Vice President, Strategy, Snapdragon 02.05.20

Lip Color and Mascara's 'New Norm'

With help from suppliers, Westman Atelier and other makeup brands design packaging that is both luxurious and sustainable.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 02.05.20

Cosmetics | Fragrances | Glass

The Trend Toward ‘Glassification’

Due to its many benefits, glass packaging, is on the rise for both fragrance and cosmetics.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 02.05.20

Men

More Than Just Shaving

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Bajeerah LaCava, Contributing Writer 12.10.19

Glossier Enters Nordstrom for the Holidays

7 pop-ups will be featured in the retailer’s ‘pop-up’ space or in special areas.

Beauty Packaging Staff 12.05.19

Skin Care/Sun Care

Conscious Consumerism: Combining Psychodermatology with Skincare & More

Conscious consumerism includes ethics, sustainability, health, and wellness -- offering brands new ways to engage consumers.

Online Exclusives Kirsty Cole, head of Growth, Anthem Amsterdam & Brussels 12.02.19

InkBox Launches New Faux Tattoo Designs

Inkbox is known for its "For Now Ink" -- and has created the next generation of semi-permanent tattoos, featuring realistic designs.

11.20.19

Estee Lauder Companies Acquires Dr. Jart+

The deal is expected to close in December, and will expand ELC's global reach in skincare.

Beauty Packaging Staff 11.18.19

How Innovative Beauty Brands Attract Gen-Z Consumers

Addressing a shifting luxury landscape

Spencer Ball 11.14.19

Design Capabilities | Package Development | Skin Care/Sun Care | Turnkey

Sizing Up the Skincare Market

Skincare is booming - here's a look at the latest trends, stand-out brands, and suppliers' views on the most-often requested packaging solutions.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 11.01.19

Insights Into Gen Z's Beauty Preferences & Shopping Habits

Kylie Jenner, Ulta, Tarte, and Neutrogena are wining over teens, according to Piper Jaffray's 38th annual Taking Stock With Teens Survey.

Beauty Packaging Staff 10.31.19

Skin Care/Sun Care

Shiseido Wins Bid for Drunk Elephant

Acquires the skincare brand after tug-of-war with Lauder and Unilever

Beauty Packaging Staff 10.08.19

How the Buying Habits of American Beauty Consumers Differ

What do Caucasian, Latina & African American women - and men of all ethnicities - expect from beauty brands?

Elle Morris, President & CEO, SnapDragon 09.19.19

Eco-friendly

New Research on Buying ‘Green’

Data shows consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging.

Michael Mapes, CEO, Exal Corporation 09.12.19

MakeUp in Paris Marks 10 Colorful Years

It was a 'celebration of color' at this year's show -- as seen in vivid makeup pigments and colorful packaging.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 08.30.19

The Trend Toward Consumer-Paid Sampling

Suppliers offer new sampling solutions that deliver an elevated user experience and brand recognition -- and consumers are willing to pay for them.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 08.30.19

Vegan Beauty—Is 90% Right 100% Wrong?

Navigating blurred contours across the vegan beauty category

Online Exclusives Kirsty Cole , Head of Growth, Anthem Worldwide – Amsterdam 08.29.19

Applicators

DIYers Drive Global Makeup Tools Market

The influx of beauty and makeup web tutorials is helping to boost growth.

08.15.19

Demand for Natural Cosmetics Is at An All-Time High

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07.26.19

Cartons That Build Brand Loyalty

Packaging suppliers are offering more options for folding cartons, while fulfilling requests for materials that are both luxe and ‘green.’

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 07.26.19

Health and Beauty | Skin Care/Sun Care

Red Door Rebrands, Is Now Mynd Spa & Salon

The salon & spa is no longer associated with Elizabeth Arden, which is now owned by Revlon.

07.24.19

Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Sustainable Packaging: The New Conversation

Estee Lauder Companies' Allan Hafkin says the conversation is just beginning—and the future of the industry looks bright.

Online Exclusives Allan Hafkin, Vice President of Packaging Development at The Estée Lauder Companies 07.18.19

Design Capabilities

SnapDragon Launches Global Brand Consultancy

Elle Morris acquired HMSDesign -- and created SnapDragon.

07.02.19

Fabrizio Freda Named to Barron’s List of World’s Best CEOs

It’s the second consecutive year for the president/CEO of The Estée Lauder Companies.

06.26.19

Skin Care/Sun Care

Demand for Natural Cosmetics Is at An All-Time High

A new report predicts the market will top $48 billion by 2025.

06.13.19

NYC’s Sustainable Cosmetics Summit Organizers Reveal Outcome

10 takeaways—from packaging to new business models

05.30.19

What to Know About the ‘New Beauty Consumer’

Industry experts on AI trends, burgeoning men’s market, Indies and more

05.20.19

Cosmetics

How to Win in China’s Beauty Market

China's fast-growing, developing beauty market represents opportunities for brands to increase their exposure as well as drive global profits.

Online Exclusives Nancy Jeffries 05.02.19

Eco Products and One-Stop Shopping Draw Crowds at L.A. Shows

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Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 04.30.19

Sustainable Packaging: Why ‘Green’ Is on Everyone’s Lips

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Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 04.30.19

Personal Care | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

The Rabbit Hole of Sustainable Packaging

While there are no easy solutions, it must become a priority.

Karen Young, CEO and founder of The Young Group 04.30.19

‘Going Green’ and 3D Lead Beauty Trends at Cosmopack Bologna

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Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 04.30.19

Yotpo D2C Beauty Trends Report Shows What Women Want Most

Here’s what is essential when it comes to buying direct.

04.02.19

Design Capabilities | Printing/Decorating

How Social Media Is Changing Packaging Design

Lessons for the cosmetics industry from other consumer categories.

Online Exclusives Mark Hewitt 03.14.19

The L’Occitane Group to Acquire Elemis for $900 Million

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03.06.19

Design Capabilities | Men

Social Trends Drive Men’s Market

Men’s grooming is bolstered by the trending inclusivity movement, in many cases, influencing gender-neutral products that are good for all.

Belisa Silva, Contributing Writer 03.04.19

The #Satisfying Package Trend Guides Color Cosmetics

From Indie to haute couture, color cosmetic brands are relying on packaging that captures the emotions. Here’s a look at current hits—and future directions.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 03.04.19