API Laminates adds holographic option to eco-laminated cartonboard
18-Feb-2010 - Holographic effects will soon be available on API Group’s environmentally-friendly laminated cartonboard, for use in...
NatureWorks introduces heat resistant Ingeo bioresin
21-Jan-2010 - The high heat resistance of NatureWorks’ second generation Ingeo bioresin is expected to offer increased...
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...
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...
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...
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Green packaging is more about improving recycling than new materials
29-Sep-2009 - When it comes to environmentally friendly packaging some of the most important savings are being...
Research aims to boost bioplastics from potatoes
02-Sep-2009 - Corn starch-based Bioplastics have proved increasingly popular for eco-friendly personal care packaging, but now researchers...
Green packaging event hopes to promote US-Franco trade links
02-Sep-2009 - French companies have a lot to offer the US in terms of green packaging, according...
Material-saving plastic tube awarded Tube of the Year
13-Aug-2009 - A plastic tube incorporating a permanently attached closure, which could save up to 40 per...
Taxing new plastic would increase use of recycled material, says chemist
25-Jun-2009 - Taxing virgin PET is one of the best ways to get companies to move over...
Metabolix announces launch of new bioplastic and biodegradable colorants
24-Jun-2009 - Telles has collaborated with plastics molder Nypro to develop its next generation of injection molding...
Thinking outside the box: Refillable packaging opportunities
24-Jun-2009 - Creative ideas for refillable beauty packages have great potential for companies looking to improve their...
Valois launches sample packaging to adapt to 'multiple use' trend
23-Jun-2009 - Valois has just launched its latest sample packaging product, which it claims adapts to new...
Rexam goes miniature for Narciso Rodriguez’ busy consumers
22-Jun-2009 - The new Essence line from Narciso Rodriguez is also available in small travel sizes using...
Glow-in-the-dark ink from Alpha Packaging arm targets unusual cosmetics
09-Jun-2009 - Technigraph has developed glow-in-the-dark ink that could be used for Halloween cosmetics, glowing night cream...
Call to shun degradable additives in cosmetics packaging
08-Jun-2009 - Cosmetics companies should avoid using degradable additives in PET packaging until four key questions can...
Diamond Packaging receives green certification
01-Jun-2009 - Diamond Packaging has earned Forest Stewardship Council Chain-of-Custody (FSC) certification from the Rainforest Alliance’s SmartWood...
Transparent Packaging develops scented packaging
26-May-2009 - Transparent Packaging has developed packaging which can be made to smell like the product inside.
Zorbit expands global packaging footprint with new facilities
05-Mar-2009 - Beauty packaging company Zorbit has expanded its packaging manufacturing capabilities through a joint venture with...
ColorMatrix targets cosmetics with colour matching system
25-Feb-2009 - ColorMatrix Group is adding features to its new colour match and delivery system targeting the...
HBA Awards highlight a year of innovation
11-Sep-2008 - The HBA Awards dinner threw L'Oreal's Skin Genesis into the limelight as the team...
Impressions Packaging extends PET bottle range
10-Sep-2008 - Impressions Packaging has extended its range of heavy wall PET bottles to include pearlescent...
Rexam debuts turbo insert at HBA in New York
09-Sep-2008 - Global packaging supplier Rexam has released its new Turbo Insert to boost the spray application...
The issue of greenwashing and how to avoid it
09-Sep-2008 - As the green movement becomes inextricably linked to the cosmetics industry so too do questions...
Bioplastics: Sorting the wood from the trees
09-Sep-2008 - With sustainable packaging rapidly becoming a priority for cosmetics companies, the buzz is around renewable...
