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G7 members commit to zero plastic pollution ahead of international treaty
Environment
Meeting in Sapporo in Japan on the 16th of April, the seven countries committed to eliminating plastic pollution by 2040, ahead of...
Record attendance for the Esxence trade show in Milan, Italy
Industry buzz
Esxence – the international event dedicated to artistic perfumery – wrapped up its 13th edition with a record attendance of 10,300...
The Body Shop CEO David Boynton steps down
Industry buzz
Brazilian cosmetics giant Natura &Co has announced David Boynton is stepping down as Chief Executive of The Body Shop. Ian Bickley,...
After the pandemic skincare boom, Gen Z is getting back into makeup
Markets & trends
For the first time in three years, Generation Z Americans spent more on make-up than on skincare, found a recent survey by Piper Sandler...
As U.S. consumers spending decreases, product innovation is much needed
Industry buzz
In March 2023, discretionary U.S. general merchandise retail sales revenue fell 7%, compared to March 2022, and unit sales fell 8%, which...
"Products that are out of step with trends don’t stand a chance," twelveNYC
Packaging & design
Since 2005, the New York-based product development agency specializes in the design and production of merchandise and packaging for...
Pai opts for a 100% PCR version of Cosmogen’s Needle tube
Industry buzz
For the new and improved version of its Feather Canyon “cloud-light” eye cream, Pai has chosen the Cosmogen’s Needle tube in a version...
Monadnock Paper Mills welcomes new director of supply chain and logistics
Industry buzz
Monadnock Paper Mills, a manufacturer of technical specialty and premium printing and packaging papers, announced that Stephen (Steve)...
Robertet sets up natural & greentech startup accelerator
Companies & industry
The Grasse-based global leader of natural perfume and aroma ingredients uses its expertise to serve a global selection of young...
Schwan Cosmetics strengthens their face portfolio with hybrid concealers
Innovation & new products
The German developer and producer of cosmetic pencils continues to bet on the ‘skinimalism’ trend with the addition of two new hybrid...
