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Crodarom's Eri360°-labelled ingredients

Since 2019, Crodarom has been using the ERI 360° label to provide guarantees on the transparency, traceability and sustainable performance of a selection of its most eco-responsible ingredients. The ERI 360° label was created by 13 French cosmetics companiesi in collaboration with the PASS (Parfums Arômes Senteurs Saveurs) competitiveness cluster, now known as Innov'Alliance. This label provides the cosmetics industry with a monitoring tool, a complete assessment of the ingredient's entire production chain, from cradle to gate. An analysis grid reviews the raw material, supply chains and process for each ingredient, enabling manufacturers to :

  • Define the level of responsibility of cosmetic ingredients by assessing raw materials, supply chains and processes as well as practices.
  • Develop environmentally-friendly ingredients by measuring their current performance (social, environmental) and suggesting improvements for the future.
  • Offer credible business practices, build trust and demonstrate sustainable performance.

The final score obtained from an evaluation of 100 SMART indicators awards ingredients three label levels: gold (final score >95/100), silver (final score between 85 and 95/100) or bronze (final score between 75 and 85/100).

The 2022 assessments were very successful for Crodarom, with a total of 7 labels:

- Silver labels

o Crodarom Green Caviar

o Fruitliquid Kumquat

o Crodarom White Truffle

o Phytessence Hazel Leaf

o Crodarom French Saffron

- Gold labels

o Crodarom Beech

o Crodarom Banana Flower EC.

It is worth noting that Crodarom was awarded the only two gold labels of all the assessments carried out in 2022, for all producers combined.
These labels confirm the brand's strong investment in selecting sustainable supply chains and trusted partners, with whom it strives to build win-win relationships. In addition, direct exchanges with suppliers offer greater transparency and optimal traceability.
With regard to the manufacturing process, this label recognizes its internal impact assessment and the high ecological performance of its various processes, including its cutting-edge microwave- and ultrasound-assisted extraction technologies.

This comprehensive assessment also provides recommendations for improving the sustainability of these and other ingredients in its ranges. A prevailing corporate culture for the pursuit of ever-stronger CSR performance, which is realized daily as part of its Be Actively Committed program.

Fedrigoni passes the 2 million euro sales mark

By 2022, Fedrigoni had increased its sales by 37 % and passed the 2 billion euro mark. This growth applies equally to high-end labels and self-adhesive materials, as well as specialty papers.

  • The Group confirms its position as the world's leading player in wine labels and specialty papers for luxury packaging, second in design papers and third in self-adhesive materials, thanks in particular to the 6 acquisitions made last year, bringing the total number of transactions since 2018 to 12.
  • Fedrigoni ended 2022 with sales of 2,2111 billion euros (+37 % vs. 2021), pro forma adjusted Ebitda of 340¹ million euros (+54 %) and around 80 million in investments.
  • Growth continued for both business units, which are asserting themselves in high-end segments: +43 % in sales for specialty papers and +31 % for self-adhesive materials.
  • CEO Marco Nespolo comments: " 2022 was a year of profitable and responsible growth, despite an unstable geopolitical context and supply chain disruptions. A flexible business model, a focus on innovation, constant transformation and the involvement of our employees have enabled us to confirm our position as the world's leading producer of wine labels and specialty papers for luxury packaging. "

The Fedrigoni Group, one of the world's leading players in high-end labels, self-adhesive materials and specialty papers for luxury packaging and other creative solutions, has closed 2022 by surpassing the 2 billion euro sales mark: 2.2 billion versus 2021's 1.6 (+37 %), distributed between Italy (504 million, +44 %), the rest of Europe (1,054 million, +36 %) and the rest of the world (653 million, +31 %), with adjusted pro forma Ebitda of 340¹ million (+54 % versus 2021) and around 80 million euros of investments (over 60 in 2021).

This growth concerns both of the company's business units, which in recent years have been repositioned in high-end product segments. Sales of labels and self-adhesive materials reached 1,307 million euros (+31 %), while sales of specialty papers for luxury packaging and other creative solutions reached 904 million euros (+43 %). Today, Fedrigoni employs over 5,000 people in 28 countries, has 68 production plants and slitting and distribution centers, and distributes 25,000 products in 132 countries; the Group is the world's leading player in both luxury packaging and high-end wine labels, third in self-adhesive solutions for industrial use (pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, household and personal care products) and second in art and creative papers.

" 2022 will have been another year of profitable and responsible growth for Fedrigoni, despite a difficult economic climate. unstable geopolitical context and supply chain disruptions "comments CEO Marco Nespolo. " Our Group is a flexible, innovation-driven business model. Its constant transformation and the involvement of our employees have enabled us to confirm our position as world leader in the production of wine labels and special papers for our mission: to create materials that are sources of inspiration for our customers. for brands worldwide. The year ended on a positive note with the entry of in the shareholding of a new private equity fund, BC Partner, which has supported Bain Capital in our growth trajectory over the next five years, and the entire the management team reinvested in the company. "explains Marco Nespolo.

" Since 2018, Fedrigoni has undertaken a profound transformation in terms of product ranges, geographical presence, go-to-market, operating model, culture and governance "continues Marco Nespolo. " In 2022, we pursued our acquisition plan, with six operations in the United States, Turkey, Spain and France, bringing the total number of mergers to 12. acquisitions over the past four years. In the self-adhesive segment, Spain's Divipa, French RFID solutions specialist Tageos and Turkey's Unifol are now part of the Group. This has enabled us to expand into the coating film segment for vehicles; as for specialty papers, in addition to the acquisition of Spanish company Guarro Casas and France's Zuber Rieder, we signed an agreement with American Mohawk to expand our presence in the United States. The year 2023 began with two major operations: a industrial partnership with a specialized translucent paper manufacturer in China, and the acquisition of a research and development center in Grenoble, France (both of which were part of the Group's R&D strategy) part of the Arjowiggins Group, which filed for bankruptcy last September). But that's not all. We we have also made progress on all fronts of our strategic plan: from improving our supply chain to the innovation of ever more distinctive and sustainable products, from the attention to customer experience to the creation of a safety-focused working environment and development of our employees while remaining focused on our impact environmental and social. "

Commitment to sustainability underpins the entire Fedrigoni strategy, which in June 2022 was awarded the Platinum Medal by the international Ecovadis agency, placing the Group in the top 1 % of companies in the same sector for ESG performance. The most complex operation involves reducing CO₂ emissions by 30 %. Other targets for 2030 include a 10 % reduction in water requirements (of which 97 % is returned clean to the environment), the recovery of all waste with a view to complete circularity, and a product offering comprising only recyclable special papers and self-adhesive materials suitable for recycling or reuse. Fedrigoni's priorities in terms of product innovation include supporting customers in the ecological transition: from replacing plastic with paper to recycling waste in a logic of circularity. In the social sphere, the company is committed to creating a safer, more inclusive environment: from reducing workplace accidents (the target for 2030 has risen to -85 % compared with 2020, from -67 % previously) to increasing the number of women in management positions, which is expected to be 35 % by 2030 (from 30 % previously).

" The first months of this year have not been easy. "concludes the CEO, " demand continues to be extremely volatile, as shown by the slowdown in volumes: sales in the 492 million in the first quarter, down 5 % on 2022. However, the decline in sales is well below the industry average of between -12 % and -20 %. Our solid industrial plan, our flexibility and our ability to adapt production to we were able to limit the impact. We are now seeing positive signals from the market share. At last, energy and raw material costs are falling, and the markets that we serve - luxury goods, wines and spirits, pharmaceuticals, etc. - are doing well. - are doing well and we are gaining market share in all sectors. That's why we remain optimistic and believe that the economic situation will gradually improve over the course of the year. Our Our long-term vision and ambition remain unchanged: to become a world leader in our sectors. business with increasingly durable products, accelerating our expansion in the United States and in Asia. "

Paris Packaging Week 2023 wins 'Best International Show' award

Paris Packaging Week 2023 has been named "Best International Trade Show during Exhibition News Awards which took place in London last March.

The Exhibition News Awards are an annual celebration of the global events industry in London. They recognize organizers, suppliers, venues and individuals who have demonstrated innovation, creativity and commercial success over the past year. The awards cover a wide range of categories, including Best Trade Show, Best International Show, Best Consumer Show, Best Venue and Best Supplier.

On March 31, the organizers received their trophy in front of 1,000 people in a category that included eight finalists, including major B2B exhibitions from around the world such as Breakbulk Europe 2022, Gulfood 2022, Africa Oil Week, Digital Enterprise Show, Licensing Expo, SBC Summit Barcelona and Space Tech Europe 2022. Paris Packaging Week attendees thus took part in a record-breaking event that attracted nearly 9,000 packaging designers and engineers from around the world, an increase of 30 % over the June 2022 edition.

Josh Brooks, Marketing Director of Paris Packaging Week, states: "I'm incredibly proud that Paris Packaging Week 2023 has won the prestigious "Best International Show" award at the Exhibition News Awards. This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our team in creating a world-class event that brings together the best of the packaging industry. We are thrilled to have received this honor, and will continue to strive for excellence in delivering valuable experiences to all our attendees.."

Today, Paris Packaging Week is a finalist in two categories at the AEO Awards (Association of Event Organisers in the UK):

  • Best Marketing Campaign Trade, International
  • Best International Show - Europe

WHAT'S NEXT IN SKINCARE APPLICATORS? MICRO BRISTLES

Visitors to MakeUp in Paris 2023 can meet with GEKA experts on Booth J20, from 14-15 June to see the results and possibilities of GEKA's innovative micro bristle applicators. The beauty packaging specialist will launch a dedicated skincare collection that is featuring micro-bristle applicators to apply liquid or semi-solid substances to the skin with greater precision and hygiene and improve the existing applicator systems.

Applications with cotton buds, flocked applicators, nail varnish brushes, or fingers offer a lower level of hygiene and precision and cannot preserve total sterility since the fibers can adhere to the skin during application.

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In contrast, GEKA's micro-bristles offer hygienic, as well as dot and track precision due to their composition and geometry. The bristles do not spread, and thanks to adjusted rigidity and perfect resilience, they can also reach hard-to-access areas.

The innovative micro bristles allow for precise, hygienic, and soft product application. Further, exact matching of the applicator to the application, product, and customer requirements. Made of pure pharma-grade plastic, avoiding any no use of glues, fibers, metal or additives, the micro bristles applicators are sustainable and guarantee a reduced product waste paired with higher dosage and application precision.

dsm-firmenich embarks on innovation in nutrition, health and beauty

dsm-firmenich is pleased to confirm the successful merger of DSM and Firmenich and the launch of a new company that brings together one of the largest communities of innovation and creation in the fields of nutrition, health and beauty. With a team of nearly 30,000 people and unrivalled capabilities based on over a century of cutting-edge science, dsm-firmenich will be a forerunner in the reinvention, manufacture and combination of vital nutrients, flavors and fragrances.

Combining the essential, the desirable and the sustainable

By creatively applying proven science and drawing on data-driven innovation capabilities and exceptional standards of operational excellence, dsm-firmenich seeks to resolve the tension between what society needs, what people individually want and what the planet demands in the areas of nutrition, health and beauty. By working closely with our customers to create what is essential to life and desirable for consumers, while being more sustainable for the planet, dsm-firmenich is poised to bring progress to billions of people around the world.

Geraldine Matchett and Dimitri de Vreeze, joint managing directors of dsm-firmenich, commented: " Today marks a new beginning for all of us, the culmination of over a century of groundbreaking science by two great companies. dsm-firmenich now stands out as a class of its own, working uniquely at the intersection between what people want individually and what we need collectively, at no cost to the Earth. After all, what's essential has limited impact if it isn't desirable, and that impact isn't positive if it isn't sustainable. And sustainable things that people don't want or need are of little use! We are truly global, built on an incredible foundation of world-class, proven science with the broadest portfolio of nutrients, flavors and fragrances. We're delighted to be embarking on this journey together, as a single force for good, as innovators in nutrition, health and beauty. ".

Structured for success dsm-firmenich is organized into four distinct, high-performance companies, rooted in complementary world-class scientific research and manufacturing excellence. Together, they are uniquely positioned to help our customers realize their ambitions and meet evolving consumer needs and desires.

Perfumery & Beauty creates top-quality fragrances with proven benefits, always with the consumer in mind. We create fragrances that smell good and make you feel even better, using the best and widest range of natural, synthetic and biotechnological ingredients.

Taste, Texture & Health helps customers create food and beverage products that are delicious, nutritious, affordable and sustainable. They bring pleasure and nourishment to consumers, commercial success to customers, and better health to people and the planet.

Health, Nutrition & Care (Health, Nutrition and Care) enables people to take care of their health by adding essential nutrients to their diet. It advances medical innovation, speeds healing and improves quality of life.

Animal Nutrition & Health provides healthy animal proteins efficiently and sustainably, harnessing the power of data to make livestock farming practices more sustainable, productive and transparent.

Serving all stakeholders

dsm-firmenich is a purpose-driven company where people and planet, as well as financial success, are at the heart of its strategy. As a company formed from two growing companies that are also global leaders in sustainability, dsm-firmenich is determined to continue to increase its positive impact and set the bar ever higher by helping to combat climate change, protect nature and care for people along the entire value chain. Together with its customers and partners, the company strives to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow, while making a positive difference to the planet and improving the lives of millions of people.

A new name and a new identity

To mark the launch of the new company, dsm-firmenich has revealed a new brand that captures the spirit of two iconic organizations coming together in a merger of equals. The brand reflects the company's purpose and values, and is the expression of a shared identity. It symbolizes the company's mission to combine what is essential for life, desirable for consumers and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich's raison d'être is to bring progress to life, working with customers and partners to achieve positive change and make a difference in the world.

Geraldine Matchett and Dimitri de Vreeze, joint managing directors of dsm-firmenich, added: " We honor the heritage of DSM and Firmenich by taking the best of both companies to create a fresh new identity. It's alive. It is dynamic. It is driven by our purpose. Just like dsm-firmenich. It's the start of an exciting new period for our employees, customers and partners, as we go the extra mile to shape a positive future for all, and bring progress to life. ".

Following the success of the merger, Geraldine Matchett has decided that the time has come to pursue her career elsewhere, and will leave the company, effective September 1, in full compliance and with the thanks of the Board of Directors. Dimitri de Vreeze will become CEO of dsm-firmenich.

Givaudan captures the pleasure of nature after the rain with Geogaia

Givaudan, world leader in fragrances and beauty, discovers Geogaia, translating the lush, multi-faceted fragrance of Petrichor, defined as the scent that emerges from the ground when rain falls after a period of drought.

Geogaia overcomes the challenges associated with recreating the complex scent of Petrichor, and provides the most authentic olfactory translation of this beloved perfume, bringing green, earthy and watery tones to the fragrances.

The fruit of a holistic approach combining fragrance expertise and consumer understanding, Geogaia's emotional resonance was underpinned by Givaudan's Proprietary Mood Portraits 2.0 testing approach and InSituScanz brain imaging exploration.

Rooted in nature, Geogaia has a 100% biodegradable formula, offering a planet-friendly experience.

Geogaia enriches Givaudan's successful Gaia collection, which includes Phytogaia, capturing the wellness benefits of molecules emitted by forest trees, and Thalassogaia, mimicking the composition of the marine environment, developed according to our Naturality Guide principles.

Demonstrating the emotional dimension of this new creation, 81% of consumers observed an olfactory "after-rain" effect in compositions containing a significant level of Geogaia, describing a pleasant natural outdoor sensation. As the most accurate translation of this universally evocative rainy weather scent, Geogaia opens up new creative perspectives, in all product categories."  Stéphanie Martin, Home Care Category Manager.

Geogaia aligns with Givaudan's goal of achieving a biodegradable fragrance palette by 2030, and supports the company's broader ambition to be climate positive by 2050.

Berkem Group signs UK partnership with Kreglinger

Groupe Berkem, a leading player in plant-based chemistry, has signed a distribution agreement with Kreglinger, a major player in the distribution of specialty ingredients, for all its cosmetic ingredients destined for the UK market.
 
Founded in Antwerp in 1797, Kreglinger is one of the last independent distributors of specialty ingredients on the European market. Its core activities include the promotion and distribution of specialized ingredients for end markets as diverse as food, cosmetics and crop protection. The company also has a cosmetics department dedicated to providing its customers with the most appropriate advice for the creation of new solutions, thanks to its wide range of raw materials of natural and organic origin.
 
Groupe Berkem has chosen to partner with this recognized player to distribute its cosmetic ingredients in the UK, one of Europe's most important markets, to manufacturers keen to enhance the naturalness of their products. The Group thus continues to reinforce its strategy of international expansion for the distribution of its products.
 
Éric Moussu, Sales Director of Groupe Berkem, comments: " With this new agreement, Groupe Berkem continues and reinforces its strategy of internationalizing its solutions for the cosmetics market. The UK is one of the three main markets for this industry in Europe, and we are proud to partner with a group such as Kreglinger to distribute our ingredients there. We are convinced that the experience and expertise acquired by Kreglinger will enable us to increase our market share in this very buoyant territory.. "
 
Wim Arnouts, CEO of Kreglinger, adds: " We are delighted to be able to offer our British customers Groupe Berkem's range of plant-based ingredients. This should arouse great interest among manufacturers in the cosmetics sector, who are constantly on the lookout for innovation and are more than ever keen to benefit from the virtues of biobased products.. "

Dermial: the first hyaluronic acid matrix ingredient for skin and beauty

A new paper, published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, has concluded that Bioiberica's Dermial ingredient - the first hyaluronic acid-based matrix ingredient for skin and beauty - exhibits anti-aging, regenerative and antioxidant properties in skin cells. The peer review confirms Dermial's promising potential in developing cutting-edge products for the growing nutricosmetics space - creating exciting opportunities for brands in the dietary supplements, functional foods and cosmetics sectors.

Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), such as hyaluronic acid (HA), are an important component of the skin's extracellular matrix, and have been shown to maintain skin hydration and regulate cell migration, proliferation and differentiation. With age, GAGs decline, as do the concentration and quality of dermal collagen and elastin, resulting in a loss of skin hydration, dermal thickness and healthy appearance. The study aimed to extract, characterize and evaluate the benefits of Bioiberica's hyaluronic acid matrix ingredient, Dermial, at an in vitro level, for skin and beauty innovation.

The results of the study showed that Dermial has a high concentration of hyaluronic acid (67 %) and is also composed of other GAGs, such as dermatan sulfate, and collagen. In vitro evaluation of the ingredient's biological activity in keratinocytes and fibroblasts showed that it induced cell proliferation and migration, and increased the synthesis of type I and III collagen, elastin and GAGs. This suggests that it has moisturizing, regenerative and anti-aging properties. The study also revealed Dermial's antioxidant properties in skin cells - the first time the ingredient's protective role against oxidative stress has been demonstrated. In addition, the hyaluronic acid matrix ingredient is readily absorbed in the gut, indicating that it could be used in oral and topical skin care applications.

Dermial is a hyaluronic acid-based matrix solution backed by science, but with a difference. Its unique combination of three natural components - hyaluronic acid, other GAGs such as dermatan sulfate and collagen - works synergistically to nourish the skin at a low dose of 60 mg/day. In addition to the promising results mentioned above, Dermial has demonstrated a superior effect to that of pure hyaluronic acid of fermentary origin, a well-known ingredient in skin care.

The findings of this latest peer-reviewed article mark an exciting development in Dermial research - further verifying the scientific benefits of the ingredient and its potential in nutricosmetics "says Daniel Martínez Puig, Head of Human Health R&D, Bioiberica. " We look forward to opening up exciting prospects for brands already present in this market or considering entering it. Following these promising results, our next step will be to conduct a clinical trial to confirm Dermial's efficacy in humans.".

Antonio Vendrell, Bioiberica's Marketing Director, adds: " The "beauty from the inside out" market has grown rapidly in recent years, fueled by growing consumer interest in general wellbeing, the holistic health movement and the realization that beauty can be achieved from the inside out through nutrition. Many consumers are taking a more proactive approach to their skin's health, making them more inclined to try nutritional solutions, including ingestible beauty products. This has created a new space for new ingredients, such as Dermial - our hyaluronic acid-based matrix ingredient.".

Sebastien Lacouture, perfumer for Scentmate by Firmenich, wins the "Best Perfume" award at the Concours International de la Mouillette d'Argent.

Sebastien Lacouture, perfumer at Scentmate by Firmenich, was awarded the prize for best perfume at the Concours international de la Mouillette d'Argent 2023 for his fragrance Bergamotte Torrefiee. As winner, he also took home the Rosendo Mateu prize.
Lacouture has twenty years' experience in the industry and currently works as a perfumer at Scentmate by Firmenich, creating exceptional fragrances according to his customers' needs. Bergamotte Torrefiee is based on a vibrant duality between the sparkling freshness of bergamot and the warm spirit of roasted coffee beans. The result is a unique balance of fresh and warm sensations, both dynamic and welcoming, with great persistence.

Lacouture's creation was chosen from among a hundred participants from 25 different countries, who based their fragrances on the olfactory note of the year, bergamot, after a final and exhaustive pre-selection by a jury presided over by master perfumer Ramón Monegal, a full member of the prestigious Académie du Parfum, which brings together some of the world's best Spanish-speaking perfumers.

The jury was rounded out by experts from the world of perfume, art, design and gastronomy, including the three winners of the 2022 edition, Jessica Mignot (Nez), Elizabeth Vidal de Puig, Irene Gisbert (Ainea Perfums), sommelier César Cánovas, architect Susanna Cots, Charo Moreno (Beautyprof) and youtubers Andrés Croxatto and Juan López Becerril.

Euforia by Nina Lamaison also took the prize for best independent fragrance, while Sole Calabrese by Max Rossa won the People's Choice Award.

The Concours International de la Parfumerie celebrated its sixth edition, asserting itself as a meeting place for lovers of olfactory culture and a space for the discovery of young talent who wish to showcase their creative abilities.

Eurofragance wins EcoVadis gold medal

The Spanish perfume house was rewarded for its ESG actions, policies and results.

The multinational scored 77 points out of 100 on the EcoVadis evaluation scale.

The company feels encouraged to forge ahead with its sustainability program and rally as many of its partners as possible.

Eurofragance, the Spanish multinational headquartered in Barcelona, has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold Medal in recognition of its sustainability efforts. Since receiving the EcoVadis Silver Medal in 2109, the perfume manufacturer has accelerated its efforts towards greater sustainability. The company's local and international efforts and the resulting positive results are published in the fragrance house's annual sustainability report.

Encouraged by results and recognition, Eurofragance sets its sights even higher

The multinational, which was assessed by the recognized sustainability rating provider EcoVadis in the cleaning products, detergents and fragrances segment, achieved a sustainability score of 77 points out of 100. In particular, compared to other companies in its sector assessed by the certification platform, Eurofragance scored well above average in the areas of "environment" and "labor and human rights". Nevertheless, Eurofragance also addressed the three key pillars of sustainable development.

Diana March, Global Director of Sustainability and Technical Compliance at Eurofragance, admits that it's nice to be recognized for one's efforts and says: " Virtually every Eurofragance employee is committed to sustainable development, and this EcoVadis Gold Medal recognizes the hard work and dedication of each and every one of them. It also encourages us to set our sights even higher and keep moving forward." . Mr. March adds that with almost 400 employees, spread across seven subsidiaries worldwide, there are always several sustainability projects underway at each site.

Eurofragance's Icon program spreads its wings around the world

At the end of 2022, Eurofragance launched its Icon program to improve the quality and sustainability of the raw materials it acquires to create fragrances. Through this wide-ranging program, Eurofragance encourages all its suppliers to produce and market ingredients whose sustainability values have been verified (for example, environmentally friendly, ethically sourced, biodegradable...).

On the subject of the Icon program, Diana March says: " Our sustainability slogan is "make fragrances, take care of people and the planet" and I really think we're on the right track, but it's important to get as many people on board as possible. I feel that's exactly what Icon is doing. Together, we'll shape a sustainable future. "

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