Packaging plays an essential role in cosmetics. Even though flexible packaging is growing in the cosmetics industry, most beauty products still use rigid packaging. Sometimes, brands focus too much on designs and overlook the importance of preservation when it comes down to flexible packaging. It is essential to understand that flexible packaging preserves products differently…
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Navigating Sustainable Packaging: Avoiding Both Greenwashing and Greenhushing
In today’s sustainability-conscious market, brands face a tough challenge. They need to honestly share their sustainable packaging efforts without making false claims, known as greenwashing. Meanwhile, the trend of ‘greenhushing’ has emerged, where companies remain silent or downplay their environmental commitments of out of fear of criticism. While this fear is understandable, staying silent is…
Read MoreSpouted Pouch Recycling and Disposal: What Brands and Consumers Need to Know
Spouted pouches have become a popular packaging option for everything from baby food to cleaning products. These pouches offer practical benefits for both brands and consumers. However, with the growing concern for sustainability, consumers are asking an important question: Are spouted pouches sustainable packaging choice? In this blog, we’ll explore the reality and myths of…
Read MoreZACROS AMERICA introduced the non-interactive NIf™ Materials to the Americas Market
ZACROS AMERICA, INC. announced the availability of the iconic non-interactive films (NIf™) in the Americas. ZACROS has developed a wide range of NIf™ materials for various applications, including cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and medical packaging. Among the different types of NIf™ materials, ZACROS AMERICA carries NIf™-β to support the growing demand for cosmetics packaging. Active…
Read MoreZACROS AMERICA introduces MONOSOLUTIONS™ Standard-Size Spouted Pouch
ZACROS AMERICA, INC. announced the expansion of their Standard-Size Spouted Pouch series to a MONOSOLUTIONS™ option starting at the end of Q1 2024. The available monomaterial standard size pouch will be 1L. However, ZACROS AMERICA will evaluate the different size options depending on the market needs. “Monomaterial flexible pouches are still not yet widely…
Read MoreRefill Pouch Market Success Story
ZACROS was one of the first to introduce the refill concept into the market, setting trends in personal and home care products since the 1990s. Our approach launched the spread of refill culture, marking the start of a global trend. Over the last two decades, the demand for personal and home care products…
Read More3 Steps to Build a Sustainable Brand Through Packaging
With the increasing consumers’ environmental awareness, brands are putting more effort into becoming more sustainable companies. While it is difficult to change the product itself, the packaging, on the other hand, is more flexible to adjust. Therefore, product packaging became a critical sustainability point for many brands. Despite hygiene and safety being the main focuses…
Read More5 Key Advantages of Flexible Refill Packaging
In the moment of shifting consumer behaviors, catalyzed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus on flexible refill packages has strengthened. With a surge in virtual purchasing habits, this could be the well-timed moment to contemplate transitioning your packaging to a flexible refill option, catering not only to soaps and lotions but also to a array…
Read MoreThings to Consider Before Adopting PCR in Your Packaging
PCR plastic packaging is a sustainable packaging solution currently gaining traction in the pursuit of limiting the environmental impacts of product waste. Many global leading brand owners have announced their sustainability commitments to incorporate PCR plastics by 2025-2030. Before adopting this solution, you should consider the challenges you might face with PCR plastics. PCR is…
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