Lipstick may seem like a simple beauty staple today, but its packaging tells a fascinating story of design, innovation, and cultural shifts. Over the centuries, lipstick has transformed from a messy pigment stored in jars to a sleek product housed in high-tech, eco-conscious tubes. Here’s a journey through the evolution of lipstick packaging and what it says about the times we live in.
Clover Sonoma, a third-generation family-owned and operated dairy, today announced its B Corporation recertification and the first fully renewable plant-based milk carton in the United States as part of its continued focus on sustainability. As a result of better employee and community engagement, environmental standards, and corporate governance, the company received an improved score of 100.5 during its B Corporation recertification. Clover Sonoma attained a 96.9 score during its original certification in 2016.
The UKs leading independent flexible packaging manufacturer Roberts Mart, has announced further investment in its Leeds based facility.
Following significant investment last year, in both machinery and site facilities, Roberts Mart has committed a further £3.2million to the purchase of new machinery.
In a move that sets a new benchmark in sustainable industrial packaging, Mondi has unveiled its latest innovation the re/cycle PaperPlus Bag Advanced. This high-barrier paper bag has been designed specifically for humidity-sensitive products, offering outstanding moisture protection while drastically cutting down on plastic use. It's a step change for sectors like building and construction, where moisture control is critical but sustainability is becoming non-negotiable.
In a move that blends innovation with environmental responsibility, Mondi and French pet food manufacturer Saga Nutrition have teamed up to launch a fully recyclable, mono-material packaging solution for dry pet food and it’s a game-changer for both sustainability and functionality.
In a striking move toward sustainable luxury, Coverpla a turnkey solution expert in the world of perfumery has unveiled its next-generation collection of eco-friendly fragrance caps. Known for its elegant Surlyn caps that eliminate the need for inserts, the company is now expanding into even greener territory, offering a range of cap designs crafted from responsibly sourced materials and designed for recyclability.
Honeywell (NASDAQ: HON) today announced that Evertis, a leading producer of film for packaging, has selected Aclar® film to be used by its Evercare pharmaceutical brand. Evertis’ selection of Aclar films will help ensure that patients around the world receive the life-saving medications they need in secure packaging while supporting the industry’s efforts to shift toward recyclable solutions.
In a promising stride toward AI-driven preventive healthcare, Aptar Digital Health and AstraZeneca have joined forces to pioneer the development of groundbreaking screening algorithms for chronic, underdiagnosed conditions starting with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This new collaboration could redefine how some of the most elusive and dangerous diseases are identified, intervened upon, and ultimately managed.
The 16.67% reduction in the wall thickness of each tube sleeve for the 50mm diameter flexible tubes used across a number of Bulldog products in 100ml and 150ml sizes is expected to save approximately 8.5 metric tonnes of plastic annually.
