An international timeline looks at L'Oreal's rich history and offers a glimpse as to what lies ahead.

Today's sampling constructions offer beauty lines exciting branding opportunities that build loyal customers and drive sales.

By Leah Genuario

Mass beauty brands have stepped up packaging designs, taking their cues from high-end products because, with today's savvy young consumers, value per dollar is key to sales at any price.

By Jamie Matusow

As consumers become savvier than ever about makeup trends, cosmetic applicators have evolved to create a multitude of looks and finishes.

By Lindsay Elkins

Zorbit (Maesa) designers share their strategies.

Brands can maintain market share and consumer loyalty by offering a variety of price points as well as through packaging and iconic displays.

By Barbara Poder-Stiso

The trick is attracting young attention while winning parent approval.

By Nica Lewis

Cosmetic Executive Women crown top products at their annual Beauty Awards gala.

By Joana Cosgrove, Online Editor

Excitement builds as the top five category contenders are revealed.

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

From ingredients to packaging to point of sale, this company communicates the environmentally friendly message it's all about.

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Carefully considered packaging shapes and unified color schemes prove effective when it comes to best-dressed tress appeal.

By Joanna Cosgrove, Online Editor

Metal accounts for a small percentage of beauty packaging, but when it comes to brand differentiation and luxury image, it packs a mighty punch.

By Leah Genuario

From sun care wipes to a spritz of foam to hands-free applicators, sun care packaging has evolved to reflect the product-and the times.

By Jennifer Hagemann

Somewhere along the way, sustainability lost its earthy-crunchy stigma and became the cost-savings buzzword of the consumer products world, in part, thanks to mega-retailer Wal-Mart. While some niche beauty brands have always followed this eco-friendly route, here's why large corporate boards are now pushing for sustainable measures and how packaging suppliers are innovating with new methods and materials, even in a slow economy.

By Jamie Matusow

John Delfausse of Estee Lauder poses new challenges

By John Delfausse

Maureen Kelly of Tarte talks about going green.

By Maureen Kelly and Candace Craig

Karen Grant of NPD reveals consumers' preferences.

By Karen Grant

The Fragrance Foundation Announces Finalists for 2009 Fragrance of the Year FiFi Award

Dozens of nominees push the envelope and vie for top awards.

For several companies, it's not just an expense; it's a long-term brand investment.

By Joanna Cosgrove, Online Editor

Cosmoprof, which began in 1967 as a trade fair, has grown into a venue for determining trends across the beauty industry.

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Clariant Masterbatches describes how it forecasts consumer color tendencies.

Major beauty brands have expanded their product ranges to accommodate the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population-but getting their business isn't always easy. Here's a look at the complexities of the market and how some companies have set the right tone.

By Jamie Matusow

Luxe Pack arrives in NY on May 20-21, with top-notch suppliers and education program.

As demonstrated by two different products utilizing Rexam pumps, color is an effective tool in differentiating airless packaging and achieving the right brand image.

By Leah Genuario

Ribbons, charms and jewels help packages stand out in a saturated market.

By Lindsay Elkins

Find out why Coty's risk-taking strategy led to its title of Company of the Year: Excellence in Packaging.

By Jamie Matusow

The fragrance package is a challenging work of art that must at once capture the essence of the perfumer while providing the consumer with both visual and functional appeal.

By Jennifer Hagemann

From sustainable materials to brand security, there's more to labels than meets the eye - and decorative effects are more dramatic than ever.

By Leah Genuario

Despite the global economic crisis, demand for cosmetics in Asia continues to rise-and impressive sales in Hong Kong lead the way.

By Paula Farquharson

Taking the excess bulk out of a package is one way to lessen the bottom line-and at the same time, increase efforts to go green.

By Joanna Cosgrove

The Power of Unity

By Jamie Matusow

Credit-Crunching Beauty

By Jonathan Ford