Food and beverages are fashionable. Consumer brands have been dropping a variety of fashion and sneaker collaborations. However, the latest food collaborations are with jewelry designers. For Valentine’s Day this
Nailed It – Just the Numbers Driven by the pandemic and lockdown, nail care sales surged as consumers used their time for self-care. According to the NPD Group, prestige nail
According to World Health Organization, about 1.3 billion people live with some level of vision impairment and 36 million are blind. For sighted individuals, using an everyday consumer packaged good
Fashion collaborations continue and sneakers are the shoe of choice trending. From cake and candy to toys and technology, a variety brands are partnering on unique sneaker collaborations. NBA star
Clean and green beauty is a current driver in personal care with a focus on sustainable packaging. According to Nielsen, by 2021, sustainably minded shoppers are estimated to spend up
Sustainable packaging and biodegradable materials is a continuing subject of interest. The latest trend in sustainability is the banning of plastic straws. In response, consumer goods manufacturers have gotten creative
Seems like milk print ads are getting splashy. The Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP) has replaced the National Milk Mustache Got Milk? ads with the Milk Life campaign. The new
In May 2013 I presented Olfactive Trends Quick Peek at Sniffapalooza’s Spring Fling and mentioned “Flash” as the newest naming convention in fine fragrance. September is quickly approaching and you
Technology continues to drive new product personal care launches, particularly in hi-tech facial skincare products. There has been a plethora of activity in high-tech facial skincare delivery systems, including battery
There has been a plethora of activity in innovative applicators and delivery systems, particularly in cosmetic and personal care packaging. Roller ball applicators, dual-ended wands, battery operated products and multifunctional
Nail care is traditionally a quiet category driven by seasonal nail polish color launches and quick drying formulas. However, there has been a surge of recent activity in nail care
Form and function are important elements used in design. Both the Museum of Modern Art and Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum exhibit and sell everyday functional products from furniture to household
Spring is here and summer is just around the corner. It’s time to get ready for the great outdoors and to protect our skin from harmful sun rays. Technology drives
“Green” is the hot topic on everyone’s list. We’ve seen green, eco-friendly products and services introduced in a myriad of industries. There are emerging, environmentally friendly and biodegradable ingredients and