But What Does That Really Mean?

By Jonathan Asher, Perception Research

Beauty and household products are using structures and graphics to move into homes as decorative accessories.

By Andrea Golliher, Interbrand

The deodorants category, the single largest user of metal aerosol cans, offers strong volume growth prospects.

By Rosemarie Downey, Euromonitor International

The quilted design and cube components communicate a modern, stylish vibe.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

The success or failure of a color used in a particular product or package has to do with how well the product and the color connects with a consumer under market conditions.

By Cristina Carrara, designer, Clariant ColorWorks

Packaging designers and engineers are capitalizing on opportunities to save materials, cut costs and streamline processes by thinking through the entire supply chain when developing a product and package. Here’s a look at current trends and what some leading suppliers are offering beauty brands to help them achieve their goals.

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Shimmering packages dressed up with metal or metallized effects catch the consumer’s eye and add perceived value.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Increased use of sunscreen, along with new FDA monograph guidelines, are spurring interest in a wide variety of stylish, functional and convenient componentry.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

The 10th edition features an expanded list of seminar topics.

Sustainability for All

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Winners represent innovative design and formulation-packaging compatibility.

CEW insiders reviewed more than 600 products from skin care to nails to determine which will earn CEW’s coveted seal.

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

HBA celebrates its 20th anniversary with new show floor features and a comprehensive educational program.

Is there a new trend toward simplicity in breakthrough fragrance packaging?

By Jonathan Ford, Pearlfisher

This June’s show features an expanded list of exhibitors and two days of conference.

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Five ways for eco-friendly brands to get their message across to consumers

By Amelia Brandt, Cone Communications

Tarte is on a mission to help consumers reduce, reuse and recycle their cosmetics packaging.

By Maureen Kelly, Founder and CEO, Tarte Cosmetics

Foreign exhibitors and attendees exceed last year’s numbers.

See which stunning fragrances and innovative packages made the finals for this year’s FiFi Awards.

Find out who’s in the running for the most outstanding products of the year.

A novel coating technology allows for “scent sampling” without opening the package.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

For NuFACE’s multipurpose hand-held facial toning device, a stylish and economical design communicates the novel technology’s components and uses.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

The Jing Ai Cosmetics collection gets back to nature and features sustainable components.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Many brands are taking advantage of the range of benefits offered by an airless package. Choosing airless for the right reasons may benefit your brand significantly.

By Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor

Pureology’s iconic hair care packaging gets a fresh, updated look that stands out on shelf.

By Robert Bergman

Alisa Marie Beyer, founding partner and CEO of The Beauty Company, says when it comes to forging a real connection with your target consumer, go big or go home. It’s no longer enough to just be new or different, now—you have to be emotional.

By Alisa Marie Beyer

The current market provides a large variety of choice in format and scent.

By Dr. Benjamin Punchard

Decorative accessories, like flowers, bows, charms and other jewelry, adorn the latest beauty packages and can increase consumer appeal and perceived value.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Kinetique is a Key Forecasted Trend for 2012.

By Nica Lewis, global skin care analyst at Mintel

The Thymes Ltd. Mandarin Coriander line possesses a refreshing, nostalgic feel.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Full-service providers offer cost advantages and help production run smoothly and on-time.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

In the tricky mascara market, with consumers showing little brand loyalty and a strong desire for results, trends can change in the blink of an eye—and packaging holds the key to success.

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

First 2012 FiFi Winner Honored

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Luxe Pack New York Marks 10th Anniversary

Design Globally, Think Locally

By Jonathan Ford, Pearlfisher

Ceradini Brand Design Inc. develops a global package design system for the Wella Koleston color intense foam hair color brand.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

The Hawaiian company re-launches its Island Ambiance Linen and Room Spray with an eye on the environment.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Sophie Maxwell, Insight Director at Pearlfisher, discusses how the limited edition or one off is the ideal vehicle for expressing a shift towards a new individualism in luxury beauty brands.

By Sophie Maxwell

Vintage labels bring cachet to the brand’s extensive new beauty offerings.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

THEFACESHOP, a South Korea-based retailer of body, bath, skin care and makeup products for both men and women, leverages its tubes’ label area with a new design approach.

The Shea Radiance packaging is designed to reflect the beauty and richness of what the customer will find within.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Packaging Megabrands for Global Success

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

33rd annual event features Package of the Year award

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Advanced technology unites with sight, touch and smell for fresh and modern fragrance packages.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Trends in nail polish range from fun nail art to classic colors with a new twist. Packaging— from bottles and caps to labels and cartons—showcase the latest offerings in style.

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Versatility and flexibility enable labels to deliver clear and compelling brand messages.

By Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor

Cosmetic Circus

By Gustavo Piqueira, Casa Rex

A few minutes with designer Harry Allen

A Happy Start to 2012

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna Marks 45 Years of Beauty

By Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor

Fresh Scent Bottles

By Jonathan Ford, Pearlfisher

2012 Trends Beauty or Beast ?

By Victoria Gustafson, SymphonyIRI

2012 Poised on a Platform of Unprecedented Growth Contrary to consumer sentiment, all signs point to another prosperous year for prestige beauty sales.

By Karen Grant, The NPD Group

What’s Next?

By Judy Galloway, G-group Market Research

Wearing the Fragrance Package

By Jamie Matusow, Editor