The 2011 HBA International Packaging Design Awards (IPDA) saw a true underdog overtake a global powerhouse. Artisan Botanical Perfume, made by Pacific Perfumes, was awarded the prize for best green packaging, beating out industry giants like Aveda and Mother Earth Essentials. The Artisan Botanical Perfume packaging is made from recycled, biodegradable paperboard, using no glue [...]
Eco Vision, a biodegradable and sustainable packaging manufacturer, was awarded a U.S. patent for its biodegradable cosmetics jar. The patent, issued by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, is the second one received by Eco Vision in two years, the first was for the Eco Tube. The company aims to provide manufacturers with eco-friendly packaging [...]
Pantene, a hair care brand by Procter & Gamble, has started producing its first-in-class plant-based shampoo and conditioner bottle. The innovative plastic bottle is made from sugarcane and will be featured on the Pantene Pro-V Nature Fusion collection. Initially the bottles will be launched in Western Europe with plans to expand throughout the rest of [...]