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.

Finalists named in 11 beauty categories

By Jamie Matusow, Editor

Industry leaders select 2012’s product breakthroughs at the Insiders’ Choice Awards.

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