The European tube market remained stable in 2023 despite adverse conditions. Deliveries by tube manufacturers organised in the european tube manufacturers association (etma) remained at the previous year’s level with a total volume of just under 11.9 billion units. The most important end user markets developed differently. While deliveries to the dental care sector increased … Read more
For the first time, the Bekum Group opened its doors to customers and interested parties to the Bekum Blow Moulding Days 2024 at the Traismauer site. Over 100 participants from more than 20 countries accepted the invitation to this important event. The two-day symposium from 20th to 21st February offered a unique platform for specialist … Read more
2020 marked a pivotal turning point for the beauty industry. Emilija Balsyte, Research Analyst at Euromonitor International, shares insights on the hybrid beauty product landscape in Europe, the impact of COVID19, major drivers, and top multi-functional product categories.
MG2 s.r.l. (based in Bologna, Italy) and Qualicaps Co. Ltd (based in Nara, Japan), two companies that have made the history of pharmaceutical technology and still represent the best of quality in their sector, today announce the conclusion of a distribution agreement. Indeed, the two brands share a long history that sees both enter the … Read more
In recent years, there has grown a noticeable interest in sustainable and alternative materials to plastic, and this approach has led LUMSON to introduce aluminum for some of its solutions. ESSENTIAL, the latest new aluminum collection recently introduced by the company, is one of these. With its minimal design this collection consists of 4 atmospheric … Read more
To further strengthen its position as a leading provider in the label paper sector, packaging and speciality paper manufacturer Sappi is investing significantly in its production site in Gratkorn, Austria. Investments in the expansion of the state-of-the-art technical infrastructure – announced a year and a half ago – are being carried out and are proceeding … Read more
As interest in health grows around the world, a more multifaceted idea of beauty is taking hold. Hybrid cosmetics embrace the wellness trend – combining makeup with other benefits – more often than not skincare but in some cases overall wellbeing. These products are designed to enhance the body while providing the aesthetic appeal of makeup. Multifunctional benefits can include hydration, fortification, anti-ageing and protection from external aggressors like pollution – all this while providing the aesthetic appeal of makeup.
Eterwell Youth has won the Best Active Ingredient Award in Skincare by in-cosmetics Global. Dsm-firmenich strives to create solutions that not only deliver exceptional results, but also set new well being standards and truly respond to the most relevant consumer needs. This award validates the efforts and motivates to continue pushing boundaries and raising the … Read more
Clariant, a sustainability-focused specialty chemical company, today announces that it has completed the acquisition of Lucas Meyer Cosmetics, a leading provider of high-value ingredients for the cosmetics and personal care industry, from IFF for an Enterprise Value (EV) of USD 810 million (~ CHF 720 million). Purchase price will be subject to customary net debt … Read more
The Holzminden-based company’s commitment to reducing so-called upstream emissions has now been rewarded by the non-profit organisation CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) with the top grade A in its Supplier Engagement Rating (SER). Symrise has defined a code of conduct for responsible procurement that applies to all suppliers. In the next step, the Group … Read more
Quadpack’s commitment to sustainability has now been recognised with the Platinum Medal from EcoVadis, a leading rating platform for socially responsible business. Quadpack is proud to be among the top 1% of the world’s most sustainable companies with a rating of 79/100. The packaging provider’s rise from gold to platinum was due in particular to progress … Read more
The Make Up For Ever RPET-satin pouch is a Pure Trade creation. True to its mission of offering more virtuous materials, Pure Trade has created the “Artist Face Powders” pouch for Make Up For Ever, made of 100% RPET. Fully lined, its brown satin outer shell, with elegant saddle stitching, contrasts with the matte black … Read more
From blending volatile and thermosensitive ingredients while preserving their efficacies, to communicating to clued-up consumers in a category covered by stringent regulations, combining colour cosmetics with active skincare is a challenging mix for manufacturers. This article is a close-up on the complexities of makeup and skincare hybrids.
Aptar Beauty provides dispensers and promotional products to match the signature look of the Gaultier “Divine” range. With its sophisticated metallic appearance, Aptar Beauty’s VP4 SNI15 perfume pump perfectly enhances Eau de Parfum Gaultier Divine, available in 30 ml, 50 ml and 100 ml formats. The colour of the pump was anodised to match the … Read more
During in-cosmetics Global in Paris, BASF’s Personal Care business unit was awarded four times for innovative ingredients. The in-cosmetics Global Award in the category “Kenvue Trusted Science Award” went to BASF recognizing innovative and effective modern ingredients which consumers can count on everyday. At the same time the 2024 Innovation Prize by the German consulting … Read more
The cosmetics manufacturer and supplier has been awarded EcoVadis Gold Medal status for its sustainability efforts, placing the company in the top performing 5% of rated companies worldwide.Certified demonstration of sustainability credentials is becoming increasingly essential in the cosmetics industry, driven by consumer demand. To be even considered a supplier to the biggest beauty brands … Read more
The 50 ml format of Maison Louboutin Beauty’s Loubiworld collection adopts a sober oriental-style zamac cap, designed and manufactured by TNT Group, as well as the aluminum pump cover. Depending on the references, 3 finishing processes were used for the zamak cap: nickel galvanizing, rose gold coating, orange gold coating and UV varnish for the … Read more
With the emphasis on ‘skinimalism’ and multi-functionality in the beauty and colour cosmetic market here to stay, consumers are investing in buying less, but better-quality products. This is creating fantastic opportunities for colour cosmetic reformulations, with new R&D continuing to breathe fresh air into the beauty and cosmetics space.
Dive into the mysteries of the deep with aquatic and iridescent hues. Perfectly aligned with the marine-inspired Blue beauty trend, Mermaid Core endows wood with a fairy tale feel that enchants and lifts the spirits. It’s wood but reimagined. This natural material possesses a powerful capacity for storytelling, just waiting to be uncovered. The wood … Read more
Cosmogen’s Needle Tube brings to Dior’s Capture Totale Hyalushot the surgical precision of an aluminium applicator “inspired by professionals and as fine as a needle to target every wrinkle and remove them”. Effectiv on 8 areas of the face: Worry lines, frown lines, rabbit lines, smile lines, bar code and smoker’s lines, marionette lines, tear … Read more