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The key 2026 beauty trends connect what’s inside the pack with how it’s packaged and regulated.  Navigating Cosmetic Packaging Trends 2026: Compliance, Materials and What’s Inside As 2026 approaches, packaging is shifting toward a more regulated, sustainable and sensorial future. We think brands that win will align packaging and formulas with European rules, circular materials and evolving consumer expectations around resilience, wellbeing and experience. In short: Refillable

When it comes to packaging cosmetics, the right choice can make all the difference. Packaging protects the product, attracts customers, and reflects the brand’s values.

Custom packaging options give you control over how your product looks and feels. They help you stand out in a crowded market. Get your Quick Tips for EU-Compliant Cosmetic Labels.

Make informed choices that support both your brand and the planet. When sustainability is the goal, clarity is the first step. This guide is here to help you cut through the noise. Understand what qualifies as mono-material. Imagine you're the founder of a small, eco-conscious cosmetics brand. Your formulas are clean. Your ingredients are ethically sourced. Your customers care deeply about sustainability. But when it comes to packaging—where ideals meet reality—the choices su

Airless jars and bottles are ideal for packaging creams, lotions, and serums, especially in the private label cosmetics sector. Their sleek design and practical functionality enhance the overall product appeal. By dispensing products without exposing them to air, airless pump bottles ensure consistent quality from the first use to the last. These containers are commonly found in skincare packaging due to their ability to hold and protect formulations effectively.

At Norse Packaging, we believe packaging should work as hard as your product. Whether you're launching a prestige skincare line or expanding a global beauty brand, we’re here to co-create packaging that’s functional, beautiful and future-ready.

Mono-material plastics represent a meaningful step toward a more sustainable future for cosmetic packaging. When design, production, and waste management work together, the cosmetic industry can move from being part of the plastic problem—to becoming part of the solution.

In summary, while sustainable plastic alternatives like PCR and BIO present environmental advantages, their effectiveness is hindered by issues of scarcity and color consistency, resulting in higher costs and challenges in maintaining product quality.