International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
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With the new Customer Support Lab KRÜSS has again extended the range of customer services at our Hamburg headquarters. In future training courses, seminars and instrument demonstrations for customers and other interested persons will be held in the lavishly appointed laboratories and conference rooms. Dr. Tobias Winkler, manager of the new customer service centre, and … Read more
Although numerous natural cosmetic products have successfully established themselves in the market over recent decades, branding itself has taken a subsidiary role. Why do so few natural cosmetics ranges develop a real brand aura? Steffi Graenitz, qualified graphic designer, partner of Take Five Design and CEO of Strategy and Design, explains more in her article … Read more
The volume of the eyelashes is an essential promotional message for manufacturers of mascara but one which is difficult to support with measurable and reliable data. The Mascara Volumen Test (MVT), a process developed by Dermatest, now allows for the first time the objective measurement of volume increase, totally independently of the input from test … Read more
In November the Black Box of German designer and illustrator Sebastian Onufszak was unveiled at an event in the Prototyp Museum in Hamburg. His creation is an animation about the cycle of life. “My Black Box idea is a surrealistic short movie called "“Still life in a circle” about the renaissance of creativity — about … Read more
Albéa, an international packaging company, has acquired Eyelematic, an expert in the manufacture of metal parts as well as plastic injection, decoration, anodizing and assembly. Located in Connecticut, USA, the three Eyelematic plants already serve the world’s largest brands on the American market with a diverse product portfolio for the cosmetic, skincare and perfume sector. … Read more
Albéa, an international packaging company, has acquired Eyelematic, an expert in the manufacture of metal parts as well as plastic injection, decoration, anodizing and assembly. Located in Connecticut, USA, the three Eyelematic plants already serve the world’s largest brands on the American market with a diverse product portfolio for the cosmetic, skincare and perfume sector. … Read more
When we buy a product we use all of our senses. It is the packaging of a product that we first see and feel, and start to understand, and it is what lets us remember the product. For this reason professional packaging designers use all of the channels by which we perceive the product, and … Read more
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Yonwoo’s latest collection offers a new shape in cosmetics packaging. Quadpack presents the Soft Body range, featuring rounded feminine curves for a sophisticated, elegant look. Comprising an airless pump, a dip-tube lotion pack and an airless and standard tube, Soft Body is perfect for cosmetics and skincare treatments that require a premium feel. The Soft … Read more
The growing interest in dispensing systems, which make it possible to dispense even highly viscous, homogeneous compositions in the form of a spray, liquid, foam or powder, while reducing VOCs and preservatives, is reflected in any number of research works, developments and patents. The Innovation Workshop chaired by Michel Fontaine, President of the CNE (National … Read more
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A single date to remember for PCD and Aerosol & Dispensing Forum, which will be held at the same time on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th February 2012 at a new venue: Espace Champerret, Porte deChamperret, Paris. Each event will keep its identity. It will be an opportunity for players in cosmetics, aerosols and dispensing … Read more
Topline Products, a supplier of cosmetics packaging, has acquired Cosworld-Primapack, a fully owned subsidiary of the Cosfibel Group. The acquisition creates a platform from which Topline will be able to offer its innovative solutions and full range of services (packaging, filling and assembly, and full turnkey solutions) to a dynamic customer base in Europe. With … Read more
The COSSMA reader survey is concerned with precisely what you need from a trade medium in terms of concrete information – by way of print, on-line services, Web TV and other services. We will be delighted if you can take part because your opinion is very important to us! It takes only ten minutes to … Read more
This year Faber-Castell celebrates its 250th birthday. COSSMA editor Angelika Meiss spoke to Faber-Castell Cosmetics managing director Stefano Castelletti to ask about the cosmetics division of the company. photo: Faber-Castell Cosmetics
It is rather unusual that a client company develops a marketing idea that calls for a largely brand new machine concept, and which actually sees the light of day. However, a successful example of just such an innovative project was carried through by Kugler in the field of individualised perfume filling.photo: Kugler
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LUXE PACK MONACO 2011, the world’s reference exhibition dedicated to luxury packaging solutions effectively supports luxury brands in their search for solutions to reduce environmental impact. Thus, the exhibition offers its visitors, Luxe Pack in green displays and Prize. The "LUXE PACK IN GREEN" exhibition space and prize, unveiling and awarding one among new products … Read more
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The components of the »Allegra« Line emit a cool, modern image, fitting to our times. The attractive appearance obtains an added point of distinction, simultaneous curves, found on the lid and the base, giving it a nice feel when held in the hand. The shape, along with the appropriate color selection, and various decoration possibilities, … Read more
Axel Grimm of BASF presents plastics and special effect pigments that give cosmetics packaging interesting functional, visual, and even tactile effects. photo: BASF
Spirit, a Quadpack Group company, has introduced a great new promotional item for cosmetics companies. The Konjac Sponge is an all-natural product that cleanses and moisturises skin with or without soap. Already known in Japan for its health-giving properties, it addresses today’s consumer preference for organic products. Konjac is made completely of vegetable fibres and … Read more
Through a hand-made, patent-pending process, the hair is carefully crafted into a swirl pattern in the head of the brush. Perfect for applying and softening foundation, pairs best with baked makeup, and the rounded brush shape and grooved center fits the face well, and assists in great product pickup, as well as perfect blending application. … Read more
Rexam PLC, the global consumer packaging company, announces that it has agreed to sell its beverage and speciality closures business (“Closures”) to Berry Plastics for $360m in cash, subject to certain asset adjustments. Completion is expected in Q3 2011 and is conditional on regulatory approvals. The Closures business employs about 1,500 people and is focused … Read more