Features

Made in USA

Made in USA/NA Lessons Learned, Trends Ahead

The global pandemic has put a new spotlight on Made in USA/NA cosmetic packaging manufacturing and production.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 08.23.21

New Frontiers For Beauty Sampling, Post-Covid

The pandemic has forever changed beauty product sampling at retail—and that’s great news for sample packaging innovation.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 08.23.21

Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Striving for Next-Level ‘Clean & Green’ Beauty

Beauty brands and retailers aim to clear up confusion over ‘clean' and 'green,’ as suppliers offer cleaner product formulations and more sustainable packaging

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 08.23.21

Caps/Closures

Finding Closure: Design Trends for Caps—for Perfume & Cosmetic Packaging

Caps and closures that protect the product, elevate its appeal—and are sustainable too. Here's a look at available options for beauty brands.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 07.21.21

Stock Pkg

In Stock: On Demand & Quickly Customizable

Stock packaging is playing a critical, post-COVID role in speeding products to retail as the CPG market heals from the pandemic.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 07.21.21

Cosmetics | Package Development | Skin Care/Sun Care | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Why Beauty ‘Sticks’ Are So Popular

Rising in popularity, sticks offer touchless swipe 'n go ease for makeup & skincare. Suppliers offer all types of stick packaging, including refillable options.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 07.21.21

Airless | Applicators | Bottles/Jars | Eco-friendly | Paper

Sustainable Solutions Abound in Premier B2B Beauty Sampling Box

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Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 06.04.21

Tubes

Tube Providers Offer a Slew of Sustainable Solutions

As the beauty segment continues to field increased demands for recyclability and eco-friendliness, tube providers are answering the call, with no shortage of o

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 06.04.21

Airless

Meeting Market Demands for Airless Packaging

Suppliers discuss recent innovations in airless packaging including more sustainable materials, such as aluminum and glass, and a multitude of refillable style

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 06.04.21

Applicators | Brushes | Droppers

Pandemic-Inspired Cosmetic Applicators Primed to Deliver

With new hygienic advances and improved sustainability, applicators are a key part of welcoming beauty consumers back to the post-Covid marketplace.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 06.04.21

Shine On: Metals & Metallics Are Glamorous & ‘Green’

Packaging suppliers weigh in on how metals and metallics add glamour and shine to makeup packaging, fragrance bottles, cartons, skincare rollers—and more.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 04.27.21

Cartons/Boxes | Eco-friendly | Printing/Decorating

The Changing Face of Cartons

A shifting consumer landscape and heightened ecological concerns are bringing new challenges—and opportunities—to the carton segment.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 04.27.21

Eco-friendly | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

A Sustainable Beauty Conversation: Suppliers Speak Out

Here's what beauty industry suppliers have to say about what lies ahead for sustainable packaging.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 04.27.21

Eco-friendly | Eco-friendly | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

A Growing Responsibility for Sustainable Packaging

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Jamie Matusow, Edior-in-Chief 04.27.21

Cosmetics | Skin Care/Sun Care | Sustainable Pkg/Practices

Packaging’s ‘Tall Order’ for Reviving Color Cosmetics

How color cosmetics brands and suppliers are navigating through the pandemic by focusing on sustainable packaging, new consumer behaviors, & more.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 03.01.21

Applicators | Dispensers | Sample Sizes | Sample/Travel Sizes | Skin Care/Sun Care

Creating Packaging To Safeguard a More Hygienic User Experience

Packaging suppliers are doubling down on sanitary packaging innovations and product delivery solutions. Single-dose, hygienic sampling will be here to stay.

Joanna Cosgrove, Contributing Editor 03.01.21

'Dispensing Beauty': Dispensers for Greater Functionality

The right type of dispensing system elevates all types of beauty products, from skin care to fragrances—and even lipstick.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 03.01.21

Hair Care | Personal Care | Skin Care/Sun Care

Drunk Elephant—Beauty Company of the Year: Excellence in Packaging

Drunk Elephant—Bright, Happy, Clean. Tiffany Masterson talks about the brand’s meteoric rise, ‘near-unicorn’ sale to Shiseido, & colorful packaging.

Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief 02.03.21

Key Insights on Lip Color & Mascara Packaging

There's no shortage of packaging for both mascara and lip color—especially if you're looking for refillable designs & sustainable materials, suppliers say.

Marie Redding, Senior Editor 02.03.21

Cosmetics | Skin Care/Sun Care