International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Lip Perfector by Clarins goes ultra soft with packaging from Cosmogen: The ultra-soft flocked and beveled applicator of the Cosmogen’s D16 tube enhances Lip Perfector, by Clarins. This all-in-one lip and cheek balm glides over the lips, leaving them shiny and sparkling in just one swipe. The tube contains recycled plastic. www.clarins.com
Grown bio’s sustainable packaging solutions are made from mycelium, a remarkable natural material sourced from the root structure of a fungus. The biodegradable packaging is not only eco-friendly and highly functional, but also visually stunning, leaving the customers with a good feeling, even when they dispose of it.
The company’ introduces the first active ingredient addressing both dark and white pigment disorders for an even complexion and sun capital preservation, Mel[o]stem also contributes to environment preservation. The adaptive ingredient offers a holistic approach ensuring proper protective function of the melanocyte, with an expert-measured 64 % improvement of complexion evenness vs placebo (clinical study). … Read more
Pujolasos Wood & Pack and The Body Shop have collaborated to create the cap the crowns the Full Flowers range. The cap is based on patented innovation by Pujolasos, this innovation was designed to respect the enviroment at its best, it does not cotain glue in the assembly of iits components. Made only with ash … Read more
Growing consumer awareness of the environmental impact of cosmetic product choices is fuelling a rising demand for sustainable and eco-friendly options. In recent years, numerous innovations have emerged to support this trend. The evolution of the esterquat technologies is an example of an innovative solution that meets the functional and environmental needs of today’s customers.
On 6th and 7th March 2023, renowned personalities and experts from the fields of cosmetics, dermatology, toxicology, law and analytics from all over Germany, Austria and Switzerland met to exchange knowledge, ideas and opinions at this year’s Karlsruhe Cosmetics Day (KKT). The aim was to learn about new trends and innovations in the cosmetics market and to assess the risks associated with them. In this second part of four, Dr Karin Gromann, Harald Dittmar, Matthias Ibel and Dr Urs Hauri take a closer look at different cosmetics regulations and their difficulties.
The future of beauty depends on reusable and refillable packaging – creating a circular lifecycle. Chris Bradley, Chief Marketing, Design & Sustainability Officer at Orora Packaging Solutions, explains the different models of reusing packaging leading to a more sustainable cosmetic industry.
The new ‘Emerald Lipstick’ from Quadpack is completely monomaterial. The lipstick is available in a square or cylindrical shape, with a choice of materials. These include recyclable PET and up to 100% recycled PET (rPET) for brands looking for a more positive impact from their packaging. Moreover, the mechanism is POM-free for improved circularity. The … Read more
A collaboration project involving the companies BASF, Krones, Südpack, and Tomra has now demonstrated that it is possible to separate PET/PE multi-layer packaging into its individual components and return them to the materials cycle as raw materials. During the first industrial trial conducted at a Krones pilot plant in Flensburg, the partners were able to … Read more
Danish skincare brand Nuori has combined eight skincare ingredients in a single formula for its new launch, ‘The One’. The all-natural cream benefits from the powerful protection of Quadpack’s Regula Airless, which shields the hard-working formula from external contamination, without the need for synthetic preservatives. As a responsible skincare brand, Nuori selected recyclable materials for … Read more
Eurofragance, the Spanish multinational headquartered in Barcelona, has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold Medal in recognition for its sustainability efforts. Since receiving an EcoVadis Silver Medal in 2109, the fragrance manufacturer has accelerated its push towards greater sustainability. The company’s local and international efforts and ensuing positive results are published in the fragrance house’s annual Sustainability Report.
Baralan’s ‘DEA series’is the first airless system in which the filled product is directly in contact with its glass container, the ‘DEA series’ represents a new philosophy of primary packaging in glass, using fewer components and significantly reducing the amount of overall materials, resulting in a lighter and more functional packaging. In addition, its airless … Read more
What are the benefits and limits of cold process emulsification? How about suitable process and formulation designs or selection of ingredients? Prof Andrea Wanninger explains what is actually possible and what influence the choices have.
Like much of the packaging and accessories created by Lumson, ‘Eco Dropper’ falls into the category of eco-conscious beauty promoting “responsible, sustainable, and informed” use. The collar and pipette are made of PP while the rubber bulb is polyolefin, a particular elastomer compatible with PP recycling methods. Meaning all of the components can be disposed … Read more
Lipoid Kosmetik is successful once more at the 21th annual BSB Innovation Awards in 2023. t in the category “Cosmetics/Raw Material/Actives” the company’s new ingredient ‘Amaretine’ was awarded the 1st prize. And in the category of “Natural Products/Raw Material/Actives” the activity-proven and traceable extract ‘Mountain Tea Pro’ won the 1st prize as well. www.lipoid-kosmetik.com
The B Corp Beauty Coalition launches its B Beauty Navigator to help companies and citizens make more sustainable choices by sharing best practices and useful information on the performance and sustainability of packaging, greener logistics and supply chain engagement and ingredient sourcing practices. Sharing best practice and guidance in key operational areas of ingredient sourcing, … Read more
Soap, bath, shower – the “bathroom” segment is changing rapidly in the personal care industry. Wiek Kleijne, Marketing Manager Home and Personal Care at Nouryon, gives an insight about sustainability trends and a mild anionic surfactant as the answer to the sustainability problem in the bathroom.
The entire value chain dynamics of buying and selling are changing in the personal care industry. Over the years zero waste and sustainability claims have resurfaced quite extensively becoming a top priority amongst both brands and consumers. This trend is even leaving its footprints in the packaging part of the product development cycle.
Upcycling works best with waste products that inherit very effective qualities. One of those waste products is the Annona Cherimola, more precisely the fruit extract made from it. CLR uses said extract for their skin products and shows how well upcycling works – not just for the beauty sector but for the earth as well.
Even without a general codex for sustainability, there are standards that shape the market for raw materials. Kelly Gilroy, Vice President of Univar Solutions, talks about the importance of sustainable raw materials and what the future raw materials could be.