Even before birth, gender norms are thrust on all of us, from gender reveal parties to pink and blue blankets. Gender has traditionally been treated as a foundational building block of our identities.

Amyris Inc. a leader in the development and production of sustainable ingredients for the Flavors & Fragrances, Health & Wellness and Clean Beauty markets, has launched Pipette, a personal care brand for babies.

The best packaging creates an unforgettable experience that encourages the customer to come back purchase after purchase. It creates a sense of loyalty between your company and the consumer. The perfect way to create an unforgettable experience? Multi-sensory packaging.

PLZ Aeroscience Corporation (PLZ) has acquired Precise Packaging from an affiliate of Trive Capital. Precise is a leading manufacturer of small-format aerosol and liquid products for the personal care, home fragrance and over-the-counter end markets. 

The Better with Less – Design Challenge, organized by Metsä Board, asks designers to create more environmentally friendly packaging solutions for e-commerce, cosmetics and food.

Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials has launched TC-2000, a new film topcoat that enables converters and brand owners to create packaging with clearer, stronger colors and bolder graphics.

Modern thermal printers can produce color labels and flexible packaging — without ink, toner or ribbons. 

While brands fight to stay relevant in this age of rapidly increasing environmental awareness, a whole host of regulations and targets are driving change in almost every type of business.

Whether as a gift with purchase or as part of a gift set, the inclusion of a little something extra seduces consumers. Quadpack’s Secondary Packaging team offers brands a way to do this with the Moo Collection, a catalogue of high-quality skincare accessories and keepsakes.

Kroger and Walgreens are expanding their exploratory pilot of Kroger Express and Kroger Pickup to 35 Knoxville, Tennessee-area Walgreens stores and launch the sale of Walgreens' own-brand health and beauty products at 17 Kroger stores in the region.