Qosmedix Introduces Two New Sifter Jars with Twist/Lock Feature

Edgewood, NY – Qosmedix introduces two new sifter jars to its rapidly expanding packaging line. These clear polystyrene jars come complete with matte black polystyrene caps and polypropylene sifters. Choose from two standard sizes for your powder based formulas: 20 g (Part # 10040) or 30 g (Part # 10041). The innovative sifter has a twist/lock feature that helps prevent contents from spilling or collecting in the cap. Gently twist the ridge to open, dose out amount of product needed, then turn back to lock and close. Contact a Customer Specialist today to request a sample or find out how these items can be customized for your brand.

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SKS Bottle & Packaging Adds Several New Cosmetic Containers

Watervliet, NY -- SKS Bottle & Packaging Inc. is a worldwide supplier of plastic, glass, and metal containers. We carry an extensive selection of glass and plastic cosmetic containers in a variety of shapes and sizes.

SKS has recently added several new plastic cosmetic jars ranging in size from 5 ml to 100 ml, which could be ideal for packaging mineral makeup, eye shadow, lip balm and more. Our clear styrene powder jars are available with several different closure options including black and silver lined caps as well as closable sifters. Other new products include jars with dividers and jars with clear windows and hinge top closures. SKS also supplies plastic and glass liquid foundation bottles; roll on bottles and fragrance spray bottles.

Our containers are available in small case packs and bulk quantities at discounted prices. For additional information or to make a purchase, visit our online store at www.sks-bottle.com

Beauty Companies Slow to Embrace Sustainable Packaging

London  – Although packaging has the highest environmental footprint of cosmetic products, Organic Monitor research finds that it is generally overlooked when beauty companies look at sustainability.

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Announcing Genuine Green Eco Tube

Organic Essence, innovator of the world’s first biodegradable paper jars for body care products, is pleased to introduce another first: Organic Lip Balm in a compostable package. “We are laying the ground work for profound changes in retail packaging” says Ellery West, one of the founders of Organic Essence. “The tube is so green we call it the ‘eco tube’. It’s made out of 100% recycled paper, organic glue and pure soy ink. That’s all. The balm is organic and loaded with shea butter, making it the ultimate quality. All around, this product defines sustainability; it’s the green yard stick all consumer products should be measured by.”

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Pocket-sized make-up packaging

Excellent telescope mascara wins two prizes

The innovative mascara BAMBOO from DieterBakicEnterprises has been awarded two of the industry’s most prestigious prizes: the German Pack-aging Award 2008 and the World Packaging Organization's World Star Award 2008.

The standard packaging BAMBOO won the juries over with functionality. The mascara works like a telescope – twist open the cap and the mascara brush extends to full standard length but upon inserting the brush into the base and twisting, the brush shortens and returns to the original length. The minimalistic design reduces required space and guarantees user friendliness when opened. This compact little helper will fit even in the smallest purse. Its capacity is 8 ml.

BAMBOO’s telescope applicator can be used for lip gloss and eyeliner as well. Like all standard packaging from DieterBakicEnterprises, this mascara can be customized and decorated in many ways.

More Information about the company at www.bakic.com.

Green Print and Packaging Materials- More Than Just ‘recycle, Reuse, Renew’- Dig Deeper!

ORANGE, CA - Oct 30, 2008 /SOAPWIRE/ -- What green printing really all about?  When we think 'green printing' the terms 'recycled', FSC Certified, and 'soy inks' come to mind, but is that all there is?  Are these things really enough?  One ton of recycled paper still consumes up to four trees, 18,000 BTU's of energy, creates up to two tons of solid waste, and creates thousands of gallons of contaminated waste-water? Certainly FSC, SFI, and PEFC are important designations and diverting pulp production from irresponsibly managed forests is critical, but at what point will we begin to tip the balance of FSC paper production versus FSC forestry growth toward the negative?

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Doing Your Part- Design and Source your Packaging for Maximum Recyclability

ORANGE, CA - Oct 28, 2008 /SOAPWIRE/ -- “Is my label recyclable?”  In my thirteen plus years of producing quality labels to the food, natural products and personal care industries I’ve never heard a single question asked as often as this one in the last six months!  But before you accept the answer from an uninformed label printer and choose a different decoration method to make your package more eco-friendly read on!

You’ve invested time and money into getting a PCR bottle; you’ve avoided BPA, vinyl, and PVC and have selected a container that works well in the recycling stream.   You may have even gone so far as to choose a white, clear or black container color so that it won’t contaminate the recycling stream (yes, black is a high demand color for PCR so it isn’t necessarily a bad choice).  Bravo, you’ve done your part…or have you?

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Biodegradable Jar is Here

Crescent City, CA., Oct 8, 2008 /SOAPWIRE/ -- Organic Essence is pleased to announce the introduction of Pure Shea Cream and Pure Shea Butter in completely biodegradable and compostable paper jars. “This ultimate ‘green’ package represents a new opportunity for consumers to enjoy the highest quality skin care while also doing the most they can to protect the environment” says Ellery West, one of the founders of Organic Essence “even the label is biodegradable - you could actually plant the entire container in your garden. Whether or not you have a garden, this new jar will actively help the environment.”

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Your Label, Your Way, Simplified!

Worldlabel.Com launches new tool to create beautiful labels, simply and easily

Labels are often the first face-to-face introduction between your product and your potential consumer; the goal is for that label to be so curiously compelling, the hands reach out to make contact for further examination. Worldlabel.Com, Inc. understands the art of the label and the psychological power it can have and has thus launched launched free autofillpdf-labels, an easy-to-use label system for creating basic formatted labels that you control and that give outstanding visual quality and clarity.

Soapmakers can access http://www.worldlabel.com/Pages/autofillpdf-labels.htm to get started creating and instantly printing superior quality labels. According to Russell Ossendryver of Worldlabel.com, “There is no quicker way to create and print a sheet of labels. This is the biggest attribute as they are a huge productivity shortcut. They are especially useful for small start-ups and mom-and-pop businesses, for folks with limited design experience and companies making multiple shipments to specific clients. They are also excellent for making labels for quick mock up of test products.”

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Qosmedix Lotion Dispenser Set

Edgewood, NY – (September 1, 2008) For elegant delivery of lotions and liquids, consider Qosmedix clear, tapered oval dispenser bottle with pump and overcap (Part #29341).  This combo is perfect for traveling and sampling.  The ergonomic pump dispenses your product, and the overcap prevents accidental release.   The 1.35 oz/40 ml transparent recyclable PETG bottle has a white pump and collar with a see-through polypropylene overcap.  The Qosmedix lotion dispenser set is an economical and beautiful choice for showcasing your product.

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