[video] Packaging in Unprecedented Times

Jun 24th, 2020

Jeb Gleason-Allured

Sustainability is in high demand, but technical challenges remain; pictured is APC Packaging's refillable jar.

Sustainability is in high demand, but technical challenges remain; pictured is APC Packaging's refillable jar.

The COVID-19 pandemic and rising needs for sustainable solutions have created unprecedented demands for packaging innovation in beauty and personal care. In a new wide-ranging conversation, APC Packaging’s CEO, Lisa Lin, and director of engineering and innovation, Robert Bulla, discuss the implications of the pandemic and longer-term innovation concerns regarding sustainability.

The company was recently recognized for sustainability excellence by LUXlife Magazine and has managed to maintain service during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Further reading: Coronavirus Impact Series: Packaging Implications

How Oxybiome Supercharges the Skin

How Oxybiome Supercharges the Skin

A new solution for youthful, stressed skin.

Le Volume De Chanel mascaras now feature G.Pivaudran-developed packaging comprising recycled aluminum.

Chanel x G.Pivaudran Bring Recycled Aluminum to Mascara Packaging

The companies also worked to ensure maintenance of aesthetics following anodization and sought to ensure stability of raw material featuring recycled content.

Alpack supplies a wide range of food packaging products, including glass bottles and jars, twist-off caps, cardboard boxes and eco-friendly containers.

Berlin Packaging Acquires Alpack Limited

The acquisition expands Berlin Packaging’s presence in Ireland.

Taken together, brands of every size will leave this year's event with the knowledge and insights needed to innovate nimbly and mindfully and to elevate their brands to the next level.

Let's Connect the Dots Between Beauty Marketing and R&D: Beauty Accelerate Los Angeles 2024

Join Beauty Accelerate in Los Angeles to set the 2024-2025 innovation agenda!

The lid is connected to the base and releases the front panel of the box, revealing the product, also highlighted by the decorated interior setup, including a removable wedge.

Rissmann Debuts Flip-Lid-Box

The Flip-Lid-Box can be produced in both Europe and in Asia.

The Inner Cups offer filling capacities of 30 ml and 50 ml, and can be combined respectively with Maria Jar 50 ml and 75 ml.

Baralan Offers Inner Cups for Refillable Glass Jars

The Inner Cups can be combined with the company's glass Maria Jars to create a refillable packaging option for skin care.

Entering the new year, packaging innovation for beauty, as well as a high number of regionalized manufacturing moves, hasn't slowed down.

Beauty & Personal Care Packaging Trend Tracker: January 2024

Here, we round up the latest key trends, including refillable formats, a focus on ergonomics and upgraded manufacturing resources.

Federal Package has appointed Melissa Niebes as CEO, effective January 1, 2024, succeeding Steve Dakolios, who will transition to vice chairman and senior adviser at the company.

Federal Package Names New CEO

The CEO transition comes as new production lines and manufacturing technology are set to come online in 2024.

Charlotte Oueini-Gentet, business development manager in Los Angeles for the Texen Beauty Partners' LA office, says, “The United States has always been viewed as innovative and always on the move…it’s confirmed! The momentum for new brands and product launches is extremely strong in Los Angeles. Being as close as possible to this market is essential to understand stakes and trends and gain in responsiveness! '

Texen Beauty Partners Opens West Coast Office

Texen Beauty Partners provides stock and custom packaging for makeup, skin care, fragrance applications and the beauty accessory market, all sourced in Asia and North Africa.

In January of 2023, the CMA expanded its work on environmental claims to include fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). These are essential items that include food and drink, cleaning products, toiletries and personal care items.

Unilever Eco Claims Under Scrutiny in Greenwashing Investigation

In January of 2023, the CMA expanded its work on environmental claims to include fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). These are essential items that include food and drink, cleaning products, toiletries and personal care items.

On the ingredient front, top sustainability-related claims driving dollar growth include cruelty-free (up 18.1%), compostable (up 30.9%) and plastic free (up 12.2%).

Plastic-free, Compostable, Refillable Beauty Driving Growth: NielsenIQ

The report adds that while many consumer prefer nature-derived ingredients, brands and supply chain partners may be challenged to harvest these materials at scale without negative environmental impacts. Transparency will be critical.