Monomaterials

Eco-friendly | Monomaterials | Plastics | Skin Care/Sun Care

Lumene Debuts Bio-Based Moisturizer Jars

The new recyclable monomaterial jar contains the same amount of moisturizer but requires 44% less packaging material.

10.23.24

Eco-friendly | Monomaterials | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Why Mono-Material Packaging Is a Win-Win for Beauty Brands & Consumers

Mono-material packaging can reduce contamination in the recycling stream, reduce lead times, and improve supply chain efficiency.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 10.17.24

Eco-friendly | Monomaterials | PCR

GPI Beauty Debuts Venture and Retreat Turnkey Collections

Both collections are eco-friendly and made from PCR and mono-materials.

07.12.24

A Rise in Consumer-Friendly Cosmetic Tubes

‘Squeezability’ is one factor fueling beauty tubes' growing popularity—here are the latest innovations from tube manufacturers & suppliers.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 06.10.24

Show Review: It’s ‘Cinquantacinque’ for Cosmoprof Bologna

At Cosmoprof's 55th edition, Cosmopack—the show-within-the-show for the entire beauty supply chain—revealed a focus on ‘feel-good’ products and packaging.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 06.10.24

What’s New in Sustainable Packaging?

Insights into sustainable packaging for beauty—a round-up of new practices, materials, and features.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 04.25.24

Monomaterials | Personal Care

Colgate-Palmolive Faces Lawsuit for Recyclable Tube Claims

Judge denies Colgate's request to dismiss the consumers’ lawsuit over ‘misleading’ recyclability claims.

02.08.24

Monomaterials

Eastman and ICONS|ICS Launch Monomaterial Cosmetic Compact

The compact is made entirely from Eastman Cristal One Renew, an RIC1 resin with 100% certified recycled content.

10.19.23

Cosmopack NA Show Review: Tree-Free, Carbon-Capture & ‘TikTok Ready’ Packaging

Cosmopack North America's 20th year in Las Vegas showcased the latest beauty packaging trends—here are the highlights from suppliers in our show review.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 08.23.23

Growing Clean Beauty From the Ground Up

Suppliers work with beauty brands to develop eco-responsible formulations and sustainable packaging—& 'feed' the consumer's desire for ‘green & clean' beauty.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 08.23.23

Cosmetics | Eco-friendly | Flexibles | Monomaterials | Skin Care/Sun Care

Emotional Packaging that ‘Pops’ at MakeUp in Paris

Exhibitors put an emphasis on ‘wow’ and ‘bling’ as components, cartons and formulations stood out with color, texture—and streamlined sustainability.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 07.26.23

What’s New from Cosmetic Packaging Suppliers at Luxe Pack New York

Luxe Pack NY celebrated its 20th year with record-breaking attendance—here are some of the leading packaging & beauty industry trends, live from the show floor.

Jamie Matusow and Charlie Sternberg, Editor-in-Chief and Associate Editor 07.19.23

Caps & Closures That Seal the Deal

Lids, caps and closures are pushing the boundaries of design innovation, while respecting consumers' demands.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 07.19.23

Moving Stock Packaging Forward with Eco-Friendly & Elevated Materials

Eco-friendly 'standards' for beauty packaging: a look at readily available stock packaging with a near endless potential for customization and speed to market.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 07.19.23

Monomaterials

Lumson Unveils New Sustainable, Luxe Components

Introduces the Eco Dropper and new PP mono-material cover.

07.19.23

Tube Council Names Tube of the Year Winners

Versed and Viva took home the top award in the Tube Council's Tube of the Year Awards—here are all the 2023 winners.

Online Exclusives Marie Redding, Senior Editor 05.31.23

The DNA of Sustainable Packaging at Aveda

In an exclusive interview, Jim Poland, executive director of packaging development, talks about how sustainability is the fabric of Aveda's DNA

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 04.26.23

Cosmetic Packaging at a Crossroads: Suppliers Meet the Rise in Eco-Awareness

Packaging increasingly serves as a billboard for sustainability credentials—and a rise in consumers' eco-consciousness means challenges & opportunities await.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 04.26.23

Sustainable Packaging in Overdrive at MakeUp In and Luxe Pack Los Angeles

Show Review: Clean Beauty ruled the formulation arena—& many packaging eco-advances focused on 100% mono-solutions, ocean plastics, glass, metals and paper.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 04.26.23