Aptar Beauty and Clarins have introduced a dual-chamber packaging system engineered to support hybrid formulations through controlled separation and on-demand mixing. The packaging is built around a patented dual-chamber design, incorporating an internal partition that keeps two formulations isolated within a single container. This structure ensures product stability during storage …
Henkel to acquire OLAPLEX to expand premium hair care portfolio
Henkel has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of OLAPLEX, a premium hair care brand, at an offer price of USD 2.06 per share, implying a total transaction value of USD 1.4 billion. The transaction has been unanimously approved by OLAPLEX’s Board of Directors. Advent, OLAPLEX’s controlling shareholder, has …
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Quadpack introduces Lotus Pod, metal-tipped applicator for skincare packaging
Quadpack has launched the Lotus Pod, a metal-tipped applicator designed for its Skin-Up Bottle, expanding its portfolio of applicator technologies for skincare and makeup packaging formats. The Lotus Pod is the first stainless steel applicator introduced within Quadpack’s Skin-Up range, complementing existing flocked-tip options. It is engineered to deliver a cooling …
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Amcor introduces Magic One airless dispensing system for beauty and personal care packaging
Amcor has introduced Magic One, an airless dispensing system designed for beauty and personal care packaging, incorporating a single engine architecture to support multiple product formats and dosing requirements. The system is built around a single engine concept that enables output volumes ranging from 0.3 ml to 1 ml across …
Aptar introduces auto-loading dropper system, redefining precision dispensing in beauty packaging
A new dispensing solution developed by AptarGroup highlights a shift in packaging innovation within the beauty segment, focusing on precision dosing, hygiene, and functional design. The NeoDropper Autoload replaces the conventional rubber bulb dropper with a mechanically actuated system that automatically loads a fixed dose of product during opening. The …
Henkel to acquire ”Not Your Mother’s” hair care and styling brand
Henkel has signed an agreement to acquire the consumer hair care and styling brand “Not Your Mother’s” from private equity investor Main Post Partners, the company announced from Düsseldorf. The transaction, which remains subject to regulatory approvals, will add a hair care portfolio with approximately €190 million in sales in fiscal year …
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Amcor launches all-plastic Grace head for Wave pump with focus on design and recyclability
Amcor has introduced the Grace head for its all-plastic Wave 2cc pump, aimed at the personal care market. The development focuses on combining consumer-friendly design with recyclable materials, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to support circular economy practices. The Grace actuator is designed for both function and form. Its …
UPM introduces UPM Circular Renewable Black™, first bio-based, NIR-detectable carbon-negative black pigment for packaging
UPM has launched UPM Circular Renewable Black™, described as the first bio-based, near-infrared (NIR)-detectable, carbon-negative pigment designed specifically for use in premium packaging. The innovation aims to address long-standing challenges related to black-colored packaging and its compatibility with recycling systems. Traditionally, black packaging has been difficult to recycle due to the …
Mondi and Proquimia launch paper-based pouches for dishwashing tabs
Mondi and Proquimia have launched a new paper-based stand-up pouch for dishwashing tabs in Spain and Portugal, marking a step toward more sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration aims to replace traditional plastic pouches with a more environmentally friendly alternative. The new stand-up pouches, which contain 20 water-soluble dishwashing tabs, are made using Mondi’s …
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Paxiom introduces IWK FP-Series tube filling machines
Paxiom Group has expanded its packaging machinery portfolio by incorporating IWK’s FP-Series tube filling systems. This collaboration addresses the diverse needs of industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food, offering solutions for packaging creams, gels, and liquids. The FP-Series machines, developed by IWK Verpackungstechnik GmbH, are designed for low to high production volumes. …
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