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April/May 2013
Metals-and-metallized finishes are being used in various ways to create packaging designed to convey a brand's own unique marketing message.
by Marie Redding, Associate Editor
With Day 1 once again dedicated to the world of beauty packaging, Cosmopack drew brand teams from all over the world eager to kick off the start of Bologna's comprehensive global beauty fair by first finding just the right packaging components.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
March 2013
Consumer demand for 'added value,' along with more advanced skin care formulations, continue to drive the design of new airless packages.
by Marie Redding, Associate Editor
From upscale metallized tubes to small round plastic pots, cosmetic packaging suppliers have helped brands propel lip products to a new status as lifestyle accessories that are as individual as the consumers who are purchasing them.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
Spurred on by dynamic market conditions and a slew of benefits, contract manufacturing and turnkey services are more popular than ever.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
January/February 2013
Beauty Packaging's online readers voted Laura Mercier 2012's Beauty Company of the Year: Excellence in Packaging. Here, we talk to beauty industry experts and the brand's packaging team about the
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
December 2012
The increasing challenges of 'new today, gone tomorrow'-brought about in part by rampant Internet exposure-have sped up the demand for innovative packaging in the beauty world. Here, highly regarded industry trends experts and top packaging innovators share their thoughts on how brands and suppliers are syncing componentry, technology-and effective partnerships-to best drive new product success.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
Many brands are leveraging delivery systems to capture prospective buyers and turn them into loyal customers.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
As the creative packaging show celebrated its impressive 25th year, one focus was on beauty products as small luxuries, with many packaging components designed for sensory appeal.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
Amy Marks-McGee, founder Trendincite LLC, always has her finger on the pulse of the latest trends. Recently, Beauty Packaging asked her for her insights on innovative packaging in the cosmetics, fragrance and personal care industry.
October/November 2012
With a competitive market bursting with formulas using highly sophisticated and/or natural ingredients, packaging suppliers must satisfy a number of specific demands and requirements.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
June 2012
With billions of color cosmetics packages sold annually, suppliers are helping brands capture market share with innovative packaging that gets customers talking—and sales registers ringing.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
The synergistic coupling of formulation, applicator and delivery system is crucial for product success.
by Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor
March 2012
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
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
December 2011
We hear all the time that innovative packaging is key to success in today’s beauty market. But what actually constitutes an innovative package? We asked beauty industry experts in packaging, education, market analysis and brand manufacturing to weigh in on today’s innovative concepts, and where we’re headed in the future.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
High-tech dispensing technology, including pumps, tubes, click pens, ampoules and more, ensures product integrity with style.
by Lisa Samalonis, Associate Editor
October/November 2011
Today’s advanced skin care formulations can be tough on yesterday’s packaging technology. Fortunately, innovative packaging manufacturers are keeping pace.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
The current skin care stars are nourishers/anti-agers and their unique packages.
by Benjamin Punchard
July/August 2011
Stock packaging offers cost advantages, speed and convenience to brands both small and large.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
A necessary part of the package, innovative closures add value while maintaining function.
by Steve Katz, Associate Editor
The 9th edition of the popular packaging show draws rave reviews as exhibitors and attendees exceed previous years’ numbers.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
June 2011
From high-quality brushes to applicators hinging on medical devices, beauty industry suppliers are generating the means for consumers to enhance their appearance, all while keeping both convenience and functionality in mind.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
Packaging for color cosmetics must transcend shelf appeal, offering consumers artistic and application benefits.
by Steve Katz, Associate Editor
April/May 2011
Metal continues to shine as a way to stand out on shelf.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
The annual global beauty show launched in perfect sync with the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
March 2011
17th annual event provides unique, hands-on experience
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
January/February 2011
In our annual competition, Beauty Packaging’s more than 20,000 online readers chose Bare Escentuals as 2010’s Beauty Company of the Year: Excellence in Packaging. Its formula for success: Revolutionize makeup, break the rules on packaging and build a massive community of loyal beauty addicts.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
December 2010
Whether provocatively see-through or richly imbued with color, today’s innovative beauty packages go beyond sheer good looks and elaborate delivery systems to reach consumers on a more personal level.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
With a focus on the consumer experience, dispensing technology continues to evolve, giving brands additional means to differentiate.
by Steve Katz, Associate Editor
Decorative techniques and airless components dominate trends at October’s luxury packaging show.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
October/November 2010
New trends emerge at the beauty industry’s biggest show, as suppliers report high attendee interest.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
September 2010
With attributes ranging from cost-effectiveness to decorative capabilities, tubes continue to roll out as a package of choice in the beauty and personal care market.
by Steve Katz, Associate Editor
Research proves consumers love makeup, and as the market grows, so do the packaging innovations.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
July/August 2010
Off-the-shelf packaging components provide many advantages including ready access and speed to market.
by Steve Katz, Associate Editor
An increase in attendees proved fruitful for revitalized exhibitors showcasing options from stock packaging to sustainable components.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
June 2010
An increasingly sophisticated beauty customer warrants equally sophisticated applicators.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
The economic downturn and popular trends like social media and reality television help build private label brands and spur sales.
by Lisa B. Samalonis, Contributing Editor
Those who made it to the largest international beauty exposition—despite the volcano—were rewarded with innovative products and an optimistic outlook for the future. And thanks to Iceland’s ash cloud, many relished the opportunity to walk the aisles for more days than originally planned.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
Whether due to travel restrictions or as a way to entice consumers to purchase full-size products, samplers and small beauty packages of 3.4-oz. or less are proving to be big business.
by Steve Katz, Associate Editor
April/May 2010
From powders and wipes to pumps and tubes, brands are turning up the creative heat on sun care formulations and packaging options.
by By Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
March 2010
Thinking outside the cosmetics bag results in a sleek, metal-like shell that keeps makeup fired up and ready to go.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
January/February 2010
Beauty Packaging’s more than 20,000 online readers chose L’Oréal as 2009’s Beauty Company of the Year: Excellence in Packaging. From new delivery systems to PCR bottles to adventurous shapes and ingenious patents, here’s how the century-old, French-based beauty firm combines innovation and science to keep consumers coming back for more.
by Jamie Matusow, Editor
December 2009
Dispensers play a pivotal role in enhancing the package and product performance across all beauty categories.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
October / November 2009
Innovative delivery systems meet growing needs.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
September 2009
The pro-environment movement-along with other trends-is significantly impacting color cosmetic packaging in today's marketplace.
by Leah Genuario
From new decorating capabilities to advanced applicators, tube packaging continues to evolve and fill the bill across multiple beauty categories.
by Leah Genuario
July/August 2009
A record crowd and a sold-out show floor lend an increasing sense of optimism to the luxury packaging market.
by Jamie Matusow
June 2009
As consumers become savvier than ever about makeup trends, cosmetic applicators have evolved to create a multitude of looks and finishes.
by Lindsay Elkins
May 2009
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
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
December 2008
Packaging suppliers are pulling out the stops and looking to other sectors to meet beauty brands' quests for innovative ways to stand out on-shelf.
by Jamie Matusow
October / November 2008
by Lindsay Elkins
From applicators to zero waste, the B2B beauty event provided an incomparable look at the latest industry innovations.
by Jamie Matusow
September 2008
When packaging a formulation, don't forget the wow factor that the right tool can bring.
by Christine Esposito
Suppliers and marketers leverage the latest technologies and accessories to deliver brand-boosting tube packages.
by Leah Genuario, Contributing Editor
Executives from the world-renowned beauty authority talk about its milestone anniversary, the last decade and how sampling and specialty packaging helped make the company a consumer favorite.
by Joanna Cosgrove
January / February 2008
Unit-of-use products walk the line between consumer-friendly and eco-friendly.
by Joanna Cosgrove
December 2007
Does your packaging have what it takes to spark emotion and fuel a connection? Follow the lead of these beauty innovations that crossed the packaging finish line with flying colors.
by Jamie Matusow
September 2007
Marketers are turning to tubes to package a wide array of personal care.
by Christine Esposito
Marketers throughout the cosmetic industry rely on unusual yet functional packages for their personal care products.
by Christine Esposito
July / August 2007
A look at innovative sun care packaging found on store shelves this summer.
by Leah Genuario
June 2007
Choosing the correct applicator is vital to a product’s success, and today’s market offers more variety than ever.
by Leah Genuario
March 2007
Keeping air out and product integrity in.
by Christine Esposito
December 2006
Outsourcing is an increasingly popular resource that allows brand owners
by Leah Genuario
September 2006
Tube suppliers race to provide better tubes faster at more economical price points.
by Christine Esposito
June 2006
Applicators play an integral role in proper application and at-market product differentiation.
by Joanna Cosgrove
December 2005
Whether it’s fragrance, cosmetics, skin care or personal care, packaging for limited distribution must reflect the brand and emphasize quality.
by Janet Herlihy
October / November 2005
Innovative containers and sophisticated decoration help convince consumers to 'try it, you'll like it'
by Janet Herlihy
March 2005
The Estée Lauder Companies’ package testing assures that quality standards are followed to contain and deliver every product—consistently.
by Janet Herlihy
January / February 2005
Suppliers innovate with smart new products and subtle enhancements.
by Janet Herlihy
May / June 2004
Clever, sophisticated constructions make packaging better than ever.
by Anita Shaw
Suppliers continue to innovate and enhance ways to deliver small packages.
by Timothy Dowd
November / December 2003
Consolidation means fewer, but stronger, manufacturers.
by Janet Herlihy
September / October 2003
July / August 2003
Outsourcing is becoming more of a long term strategy.
by Janet Herlihy
November / December 2002
Attention-getting packaging is now more important for hair and skin care
by Ellen Wuagneux
Tube manufacturers develop enhancements—decorating to dispensing
by Janet Herlihy
September / October 2002
Aesthetics, function and enhanced engineering are essentials in packaging for cosmetics for lips,
by Janet Herlihy
May / June 2002
Cosmetic component suppliers are busy developing new products: near right, a duo-pack from Arrowpack; far right, compacts chosen by Avon from Toly.
Summer 2001
there are no lazy summer days for color cosmetics packaging manufacturers
by Ellen Wuagneux
Fall 2000
The independent cosmetic category is not only fresh and funky but catching on with a wider audience thanks, in part to radical packaging.
by Veronica MacDonald