Breaking News on Cosmetics Formulation & Packaging - North America EU edition

Global spec for lipstick mechanism helps worldwide launches

23-Dec-2009 - A universal lipstick packaging mechanism and a silicone applicator for lip gloss are two of the recent packaging innovations from Alcan Packaging Beauty.

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Belvada introduces one-handed lip gloss

17-Dec-2009 - After launching a one-handed mascara, Belvada has introduced a one-handed lip gloss that uses the same technology.

Recycling and all things green define packaging in 2009

08-Dec-2009 - Eco-friendly packaging has been one of the buzz words in the cosmetics and personal care world this year, illustrated by a seemingly never-ending list of developments.

Striking design and eco-friendly materials will drive packaging in 2010

02-Dec-2009 - When times get tough, the emphasis turns to packaging innovation as a means of driving consumer interest, something the economic downturn has underlined in 2009.

Airless packaging in square design launched by Fusion

01-Dec-2009 - Texas-based Fusion packaging has launched an airless packaging design in a square form.

Aveeno launches recycling partnership with Terracycle

01-Dec-2009 - Aveeno, a Johnson & Johnson brand, is continuing its commitment to sustainability by launching a recycling partnership with Terracycle.

Valve closure launched for personal care bottles and tubes

27-Nov-2009 - A valve closure from Plasticum that can be incorporated into oval bottles and circular tubes promises to seal off products, protecting against external contamination and leakage.

US bio-plastics market set to boom

25-Nov-2009 - The future of packaging for fast moving consumer goods will lie in bio-plastics, according to Cereplast, a company that is investing heavily in the area.

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Airless dispensing remains the choice of prestige brands

25-Nov-2009 - Bulgari’s new moisturiser with UV protection and tinted foundation products are packaged using Rexam’s airless dispensing tube.

First retail launch for Rexam’s EZi foamer

24-Nov-2009 - The first retail launch of Rexam’s EZi foamer, a mechanical foam dispenser, has seen kid’s body wash products stocked by US retails giants, Target and Walmart.

HCP packaging to expand production facilities

13-Nov-2009 - Global cosmetics packaging supplier, HCP Packaging, is expanding its North American production capacity by opening a new factory in Mexico.

Plastic additive firms face €173m price fixing fine

12-Nov-2009 - Dozens of companies that produce plastic additives for food, beverage and cosmetic packaging have been fined more than €173m for their part in price fixing and market sharing cartels over a 13-year period.

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Recyclable aluminum spray bottles launched by Qosmedix

12-Nov-2009 - New York-based packaging supplier Qosmedix has added aluminum spray bottles to its cosmetics and fragrance packaging line.

TricorBraun’s interlocking bottles receive patent

09-Nov-2009 - US-based packaging designer and supplier, TricorBraun, has received a patent for its interlocking bottle technology.

Printpack launches shrink film to protect products from light, at lower cost

29-Oct-2009 - Printpack has developed a new PETG film with a light protection barrier to help personal care and beverage manufacturers protect their formulations without resorting to expensive containers.

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Elizabeth Arden outsources flexible packaging

28-Oct-2009 - Elizabeth Arden has entrusted all of its flexible packaging and print operations to global outsourcing company Williams Lea.

Oekametall packaging first to adopt DuPont’s renewable resin

27-Oct-2009 - Oekametall’s new standard mascara packaging line that uses DuPont’s renewably-sourced polyester resin, Biomax PTT1100, was showcased at Luxepack Monaco last week.

Metabolix’ field trials investigate bioplastic-producing crops

26-Oct-2009 - Field research on tobacco takes Metabolix one step further in its quest to design non-food crops that produce plastic resins for use in cosmetic and food packaging.

Removable pumps to allow for easy recycling unveiled by MWV

22-Oct-2009 - Decorated perfume pumps and new features for existing cosmetic dispensers are some of the latest innovations being showcased at Luxe Pack Monaco this week by MWV Beauty and Personal Care.

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Rexam appoints new director of marketing and innovation

22-Oct-2009 - Global packaging provider Rexam has appointed Eric Soubeiran as director of marketing and innovations in its personal care division.

Powder atomizer launched by Karla Innovations

16-Oct-2009 - Austria-based Karla Innovations has developed a bulb atomizer for powder and a perfume atomizer with a leak-proof bulb.

AptarGroup suffers from weak demand in fragrance and cosmetics

15-Oct-2009 - Packaging supplier AptarGroup expects softness to continue in the cosmetics sector, its biggest business sector, although predicts the end of inventory reduction in others.

Berry Plastics acquires packaging player Pliant

15-Oct-2009 - Berry Plastics is broadening its personal care packaging business with the acquisition of Illinois-based Pliant Corporation.

Re-sealable sample pack fits needs of modern consumer

15-Oct-2009 - A re-sealable sample pack for creams and lotions allows the consumer to test a product over a number of days while providing ample branding space, claim the manufacturers.