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The Tariff Mitigation Secret Every Beauty Brand Should Know
In an era of shifting trade policy and rising import costs, beauty brands are facing real pressure on margins and global supply chains. But there’s a little-known strategy that many in the industry overlook — and it could be a game-changer. Duty drawback lets companies reclaim up to 99% of duties, taxes, and fees paid on imported goods that are later exported or destroyed. While most brands absorb these costs, those who understand and activate drawback can unlock serious financial relief and operational flexibility. Learn why this powerful tariff mitigation tactic is gaining traction and how beauty companies are starting to make it part of their strategic playbook.
Introducing Pantone Color of the Year 2025
The Pantone Color of the Year program engages the design community and color enthusiasts in a conversation around color, highlighting the relationship between color and culture. Pantone selects a color each year that captures the global zeitgeist—the Color of the Year express a global mood and an attitude, reflecting collective desire in the form of a single, distinct hue [...]
Sturia plays on recycled materials for 2024 Christmas caviar coffret
Caviar purveyor Sturia has introduced its 2024 holiday coffret. Composed of recycled materials, the packaging is magnet-free and contains an adjustable insert [...]
INNOVATIVE BEAUTY GROUP: Much More Than Full Service!
LUXE PACK New York 20th Anniversary Pioneers We are thrilled to be showcasing a very exclusive group of exhibitors who have been part of the 20-year LUXE PACK New York (...)
Coty's Colorful Adidas Vibes Fragrances—In 25% PCR Glass
Coty has launched the Adidas Vibes fragrance collection, which it says "fuses olfactory art and neuroscience." The six new Eau de Parfums are vegan—and formulated to elevate mood and emotional well-being, the company says. Each glass bottle is decorated in "a canvas of color and motion"—with a tribute to the dynamic spirit of the Adidas brand featuring its classic three stripe design element. The bottles come in 100ml, 50ml and 30ml sizes.
LUXE PACK Monaco 2024: Luxury Packaging Innovation Roundup
LUXE PACK Monaco is the launch pad for some 300 packaging innovations each year. The packaging innovations launched at the 2024 edition of LUXE PACK Monaco ranged from AR-enhanced packs and lightweighted components to refill solutions and carbon capture plastic. Read on for Formes de Luxe's curated selection of innovations seen on the show floor.
The LUXE PACK NEW YORK 2024 in green winners have been announced!
LUXE PACK New York did not disappoint this year, as it played host to two prestigious packaging competitions. The first competition was the Dieline Awards, whose winners were announced on (...)
ALBÉA: A Leading Position!
LUXE PACK New York 20th Anniversary Pioneers We are thrilled to be showcasing a very exclusive group of exhibitors who have been part of the 20-year LUXE PACK New York (...)
Stoelzle Glass Group’s new CEO Dr. August Grupp on investments, pilot projects and product expansion
In September 2023, Dr. August Grupp was appointed CEO of Stoelzle Glass Group, succeeding Georg Feith. A member of the owner family, he initially joined the group in 2019 as Head of Business Unit Spirits. Formes de Luxe caught up with Grupp at LUXE PACK Monaco in October, to find out more about his development priorities for the Austrian glassmaker.
Hélène Valade, LVMH: “Rituals need to be reinvented”
After six years at Suez, Hélène Valade became Environmental Development Director for the LVMH Group in January 2020. Sourcing, second life for packaging, new materials, and innovation: she talks (...)
Ormaie reinvents fragrance refill gesture with glass ampoules
French haute perfumery house Ormaie is bringing a new gesture to the fragrance refill space with its glass ampoules. Fragrance brand Ormaie has launched small-format perfume bottles designed to be refilled with glass ampoules. The brand opted for 20ml, cylindrical faceted flacons, which have been rolled out for each of Ormaie’s nine eaux de parfum: Les Brumes, 28°, Papier Carbone, Yvonne, Le Passant, L’Ivrée Bleue, Toï Toï Toï, Marque-Page and Tableau Parisien.
Nancy Mahon, The Estée Lauder Companies: “Upskilling suppliers on climate is a critical aspect of our climate strategy”
Nancy Mahon was appointed The Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) very first Chief Sustainability Officer in April 2023. She speaks to Formes de Luxe about how the cosmetics group is addressing climate (...)
LUXE PACK Partners with Dieline to Celebrate Packaging Design Excellence
LUXE PACK will partner with Dieline, the leading media brand focused on consumer packaging design and branding, for both U.S. events. Dieline has been at the forefront of exceptional...
A 2023 Rewind as We Gear Up for Another Stellar 2024 Edition – Free Powerful Packaging Marketing Workshop…Watch Now!
We are gearing up for another extraordinary LUXE PACK Los Angeles edition on February 14th and 15th. The 6th West Coast edition will once again take place at the Los (...)
APTAR BEAUTY: AT THE FOREFRONT NOW MORE THAN EVER!
LUXE PACK New York 20th Anniversary Pioneers We are thrilled to be showcasing a very exclusive group of exhibitors who have been part of the 20-year LUXE PACK New York (...)
SLEEVER: 50TH ANNIVERSARY THIS YEAR!
LUXE PACK New York 20th Anniversary Pioneers We are thrilled to be showcasing a very exclusive group of exhibitors who have been part of the 20-year LUXE PACK New York (...)
Announcing IBA’s Los Angeles Networking Event Following LUXE PACK Los Angeles on February 16th
LUXE PACK Los Angeles is excited to be partnering up with IBA (Independent Beauty Association) for the 2023 edition. You are officially invited to expand your industry networking after LUXE (...)
“Let’s Talk Trash” with Pact Collective Station – New for 2023
Join Pact Collective, a nonprofit organization uniting the beauty industry to make packaging more sustainable. Their experts will be available on the show floor to educate attendees on the (...)
Nu Standard Launches Hydrasilk Bond System for Textured Hair
It’s the first-ever launch of a bond system curated by a Black woman— and specifically designed for textured hair, regardless of ethnicity. Nu Standard is launching its new professional (...)
Absolut Vodka & Ardagh co-invest in hydrogen-fired glass furnace
Absolut Vodka is working with Ardagh to move to a partly hydrogen energy-fired glass furnace for large-scale production in a significant step to reduce the CO2 emissions. Described as (...)