News & Analysis on Cosmetics Innovation
We spoke to the founders of Prereq Care to learn how feedback from teens and pre-teens informed everything from ingredient selection to leak-proof packaging and refillable formats behind the brand’s debut.
Demand for compact beauty products rises, driven by travel retail, pricing and Gen Z consumer experimentation.
Navigating Indonesia’s 2026 halal certification mandate, US beauty brands must adapt facility operations and supply chains for global market access, says American Halal Foundation director Mohammad Hussaini.
Updates to Saltyface’s packaging reflect a shift toward lighter, more durable, and easier-to-recycle materials—decisions the brand says were made directly in response to how customers use and experience their products.
This month’s column explores how plant-based probiotic brand Nudora is filling gaps in women’s health and challenging stigma with scientifically backed solutions.
When it comes to spotting the latest technology and breakthroughs in beauty packaging, Luxe Pack Monaco is the place to be. Here, we round up some of the new launches that caught our attention at this year’s show.
Shellworks’ innovation is designed to address one of the most persistent technical challenges in the cosmetic packaging industry.
Indie beauty brand Ready Set Jet has officially entered a new orbit, becoming the first skin care and cosmetics brand to be certified for space travel, according to the company.
Legal experts caution that regulatory scrutiny is shifting from food to personal care, resulting in a heightened focus on ingredients, packaging materials, and lifecycle compliance.
From packaging laws to the potential impact of the US-EU tariff deal, industry experts weighed in on a flurry of recent legislation proposals and legal decisions.
We explore the topic of refillable beauty packaging and speak to clean beauty hair care brand Hairstory about developing its new refillable shampoo bottle.
From smart labeling to refillable designs, cosmetics brands are rethinking packaging to align with ESG priorities and regulatory demands, according to Pascale Wautelet, vice president of global research and development and sustainability at Avery Dennison.
Over the course of two days, industry leaders from the Regenerative Organic Alliance, Terracycle, The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc., and other organizations came together to discuss the latest innovations, challenges and solutions currently facing...
With no minimum order quantities and rapid prototyping capabilities, the technology supports trend-responsive product development.
Packaging innovation offers new tools, but myths, costs, and infrastructure challenges slow widespread adoption, according to Hector Magallon Larson, Strategic Lead, Personal Care/Beauty at Canopy.
The initiative builds on the momentum of the agnostic plastic packaging take-back program to help consumers “see and feel the impact they’re making,” said Carly Snider, executive director at Pact Collective.
Origins is the first skin care brand to adopt the traditional foil sachet/packette replacement as part of Origins’ sustainable packaging roadmap.
US luxury hair care brand OUAI has launched 19 of its bestselling products in travel size, amid increasing consumer demand for flexible formats and portable packaging.
In a recent virtual deskside, company experts shared their insights into circular materials, consumer expectations, strategies for sustainable packaging innovation, and more.
“überlube’s shift to paper tube packaging sets a powerful precedent in the sexual wellness industry,” Cheryl Sloane, the company’s Brand Director told CosmeticsDesign.
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we sat down with BEAUTYSTREAMS’ Eleonora Mazzilli for her key takeaways from the insight platform’s latest whitepaper on the rise of immersive beauty.
As consumer demand and regulations push for more sustainable packaging, SUSTPACK 2025 speakers reveal what’s next for the industry.
“We hope the new icons and usage instructions will help new customers looking for safe, ethical, and effective products, discover the many ways to lather up with our soaps,” Christina Volgyesi, Dr. Bronner’s Chief Marketing Officer, told CosmeticsDesign.
From AI-powered makeup assistants to smart lipsticks and more, brands are embracing Adaptive Beauty to cater to a diverse and evolving consumer base.
Cosmetic and personal care brands hold the key to a more sustainable future—but only if they address critical packaging and recycling challenges.
From lightweighting to Ship in Own Container standards, discover the strategies driving sustainable packaging in the beauty industry.
Global treaty impasse raises stakes for cosmetics and personal care manufacturers relying on sustainable packaging.
A recently released report from Smithers Market Intelligence examines how varying market and demographic pressures are pushing FMCG brands, particularly in the cosmetic and personal care product sectors towards more accommodating packaging designs.
With nearly 60% of holiday shoppers expecting a premium unboxing experience and two-thirds willing to wait longer for personalized gifts, beauty brands face a critical opportunity this season, according to a recent survey from logistics company Outerspace.
The Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) fiscal 2024 Social Impact and Sustainability report offers a comprehensive update on its environmental and social initiatives. Here’s a look at what cosmetics manufacturers and suppliers need to know.
The 2024 E-Pack Summit highlighted critical strategies for cosmetics and personal care brands to enhance their packaging practices in e-commerce, with a focus on balancing sustainability, regulatory compliance, and secure, customer-friendly fulfillment.
Mintel’s 2025 Global Beauty and Personal Care Trends report reveals a rising demand among US consumers for beauty brands to lead in sustainability and environmental responsibility, driving companies to adopt innovative practices in sourcing,...
In this month's edition of Indie Insights, we explore how indie beauty brands like OPULUS Beauty Labs incorporate sustainability into their packaging, ingredient sourcing, and overall mission, aligning with the values of eco-conscious consumers.
From deeper insights into Korean skin care trends to sustainable packaging and fermented extracts in cosmetics, Skincare Advancement panelists Eleonora Mazzilli and Barbara Green responded with their answers to webinar attendees burning questions.
Designed as a 'complement to every other brand in the store,' the Credo Skincare launch draws on a decade of clean beauty experience and clinical efficacy results to target the needs and demands of sustainable beauty product consumers.
In this month's episode from CosmeticsDesign, we're navigating the ethical considerations of a popular beauty industry trend with the CEO of New Laboratories, a Melbourne-based cosmetics and personal care product manufacturer. Listen in as we discuss...
From spooky-themed cosmetic products to lip, face, and body moisturizers designed to beat the chilly fall weather in style, this month's roundup features new product launches from consumer favorite brands like TIRTIR, Dieux, Vaseline, and Touchland.
TerraCycle’s SPF recycling program, which is 67% less harmful than waste-to-energy solutions, partners with brands like Burt’s Bees and Paula’s Choice to tackle hard-to-recycle sunscreen packaging, encouraging beauty brands to embrace eco-friendly...
In a recent interview with CosmeticsDesign, Nisha Palvia of PERLab reveals how minimalist beauty packaging can elevate brands by balancing simplicity with essential product details, cost-efficiency, and sustainability, urging a strategic approach to meet...
With five categories spanning innovations in sustainable products, ingredients, initiatives, and more, this year's Sustainable Beauty Awards will highlight the best of the beauty industry's eco-friendly efforts.
We selected three stand-out brands during this year's Cosmoprof North America show that are innovators and leaders in the clean and green beauty space: a skin care brand, a packaging manufacturer, and a whole-body deodorant brand.
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, environmental organization CleanHub provides key takeaways from its recent Clean Beauty Survey, highlighting the beauty industry's role in environmental pollution and emphasizing the need for brands to adopt sustainable...
These three standout brands from Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2024—Bright Girl, Two Guys Nail Innovators, and The Australian Glow—are setting new trends in skincare, nail care, and global beauty with their innovative and effective products.
Wella Company has launched a more sustainable version of its WELLOXON PERFECT salon color developer, featuring vegan ingredients, carbon-reduced hydrogen peroxide, and eco-friendly packaging.
Finalists for this year's awards included a pre-workout anti-pollution serum, an LED lip mask, a scalp cleansing toner, and a soy-based nail polish remover.
Cosmoprof North America in Las Vegas showcased a vibrant blend of nostalgic brand collaborations, Generation Alpha-focused products, and bold, preppy packaging trends, highlighting the future direction of the beauty industry.
In this CosmeticsDesign Q&A, we spoke with ToolsGroup CEO Inna Kuznetsova for her insights into how AI is tackling demand volatility, high shipping costs, and sustainability issues in the cosmetics and personal care product supply chain.
A new report from the Pact Collective explores how 2023 witnessed an increase in contaminated packaging and why there was a 53% decrease in the material collected in 2023 versus 2022.
With 'over 90% of a cosmetic product’s environmental impact determined during the design phase,' integrating AI-backed solutions is becoming essential for cosmetics and personal care product manufacturers striving to meet sustainability goals, says AI...
Kenvue's first-ever Healthy Lives Mission report showcases significant strides in corporate sustainability under Pamela Gill Alabaster's leadership, emphasizing validated science-based targets, impactful climate action initiatives, and a commitment to...