Sustainability

Mindfulness pervades packaging for mineral-based sunscreen

The introduction of a new reef-safe SPF 50 sunscreen product from Goddess Garden prompts the selection of recyclable packaging and updated graphics that reflect the brand’s authenticity.

June 12, 2019

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Sustainable Packaging

Olay to test refillable moisturizer packaging

A three-month pilot by P&G will test consumers’ acceptance of Olay Regenerist Whip moisturizer sold with a refillable pod, designed to significantly reduce plastic waste.

June 5, 2019

Converting equipment

Colgate-Palmolive’s digital printing success

Among the keynoters at day one of the June 4-5 Digital Print for Packaging US 2019 was Colgate-Palmolive’s Luis Arevalo, Design & Packaging Director Latin-America.

June 4, 2019

Containers

Dispenser for personal care product is a delight to (be)hold

An airless dispenser for Italian personal care brand Bionike delivers fast and convenient product access for the consumer, while providing enhanced marketing for the brand.

May 7, 2019

Cosmetics/Personal care

Colgate-Palmolive Mexico talks digital print

Digital Print for Packaging US runs June 4-5 in Orlando, and among the keynote speakers on Day One is Luis Arevalo, Packaging Engineering Director for the Latin America Business Oral Care at Colgate-Palmolive.

April 26, 2019

Additives, coatings & inks

MetaShield: Nanotechnology-based coating

MetaShield LLC launches MetaShieldCLEAN a transparent, nanotechnology-based coating designed to repel stains, dust, and dirt that accumulate on consumer packaging during ordinary use.

March 27, 2019

Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materials

Listerine on the go

An innovative 8-count, thermoformed, push-through blister pack with heat-sealed foil lidding for Listerine Ready! Tabs has some intriguing features to it.

March 21, 2019

Flexibles

Shaped pouch proves integral to unique wearable breast pump

Described as the world’s first all-in-one wearable breast pump that fits inside a bra, it incorporates a doughnut-shaped pouch/bag that holds breast milk. An oval cutout in the center of the bag makes it easy to hold and fit neatly within the pump.

March 7, 2019

Sustainable Packaging

Lush goes all the way

U.K. maker of bath bombs, perfume, skin care and hair care products doubles down on commitment to sustainability with “naked” stores touting no packaging at all.

March 7, 2019

Containers

Just for Valentine’s Day

The Monsieur Big Valentine’s Day Limited Edition mascara packaging (bottle and cap) transforms the Lancôme brand’s traditional design into a pearly pink thanks to a varnish and red love hearts screen-printed top to bottom.

February 20, 2019

Sustainability

Flower-patterned labels appeal to the senses

A new line of hair and skincare products that seeks to deliver beauty while protecting the planet uses packaging decorated with a profusion of colorful flower illustrations.

February 18, 2019

Containers

Halal shampoo label inspired by batik art

Chain store Watsons Personal Care in Asia creates a line of all-natural, halal shampoo products packaged in bottles adorned with handcrafted floral artwork inspired by Indonesian batik art.

February 15, 2019

Cosmetics/Personal care

Baby care packaging attracts consumers, but environmental concerns persist

Packaging plays crucial role in building product sales, but the use of plastics may limit market growth.

February 1, 2019