ICONS|ICS latest innovations and Mono-PP Pansticks featured in Beauty Packaging’s ‘Feel-Good Color Packed in Luxe New Shapes’ and ‘Betting on Beauty Sticks’ articles March 2025 Issue
ICONS|ICS latest innovations and Mono-PP Pansticks featured in Beauty Packaging’s ‘Feel-Good Color Packed in Luxe New Shapes’ and ‘Betting on Beauty Sticks’ articles March 2025 Issue
We have been featured in Beauty Packaging’s March 2025 Issue! Featuring our trending Color Cosmetic packaging and Mono-material PP sticks in their ‘Feel Good Color Packed in Luxe New Shapes‘ article and their ‘Betting on Beauty Sticks to Win Over Consumers‘ article!
Color Cosmetic Packaging Trends
In 2024, ICONS|ICS experienced a significant surge in demand for lip and cheek products – with tubes, glass jars and bottles, and pansticks leading the charge. Key trends driving this growth included nature-inspired designs, new ways of applying makeup, and recyclable packaging featuring post-consumer recycled materials. Looking ahead to 2025-2026, we anticipate continued expansion in the lip, cheek and face categories, alongside a rising interest in face sprays and loose powders.
At ICONS|ICS, we’re also seeing increasing demand for innovative solutions such as mono-material tubes with unique applicators, mono-material bottles and jars, as well as the continued popularity of metal-free pumps and sprayers – reflecting consumers’ growing emphasis on sustainability and cutting-edge design.
Looking ahead, ICONS|ICS anticipates color cosmetics and skincare to converge further as brands cater to consumer demand for hybrid formulations that offer both vibrant color payoff and skincare benefits.
The Growing Demand for Sticks
In 2024, ICONS|ICS experienced a significant surge in demand for stick packaging, specifically pansticks and slimline lipsticks and we anticipate demand to continue to increase into 2025. This trend is likely driven by an increased adoption of hybrid formulations, convenience as well as celebrity launches. Stick packaging is a travel-friendly option and can be used anytime, anywhere – just swipe on and go. Pansticks in particular stand out as versatile packaging solutions for color cosmetics, skincare, body care, and hairstyling needs – the sky is the limit!
ICONS|ICS has a wide selection of stock sustainable pansticks and lipsticks, including recyclable mono-material PP or PET options as well as refillable alternatives with the option to add PCR. Available in various shapes, sizes, filling methods, including options with duo ends and built-in brush or sponge applicators catering to diverse brand needs.
Versatility is the name of the game when it comes to stick packaging since they can be used for almost any type of formulation, be it lip balm, lipstick, cheek stick, concealer, and many more body and skin care formulations.
The stick fill method (top or back fill) and cup/spline configuration are key to finding the perfect marriage of formulation and pack. This not only ensures bullet retention but also ensures smooth application without the bullet breaking. For formulations that require hot pour filling, the packaging must be compatible with the high temperature requirements and our variety of mono PP stick packaging can be an ideal option. At ICONS|ICS, we have a variety of panstick and lipstick options available with top fill and/or back fill as well as airtight options.
Contact info@ics-world.com for more information about our mono-material pansticks and innovative packaging and to read out full features in Beauty Packaging’s March 2025 articles find the link here!
