Aluminium Powder Bottles for Dry Shampoo, Body Powder and Waterless Beauty

The powder-based beauty market is one of the fastest-growing segments in personal care. The dry shampoo powder category alone was valued at approximately $3.8 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% through 2033, with the powder segment specifically forecast to grow at 6.7% CAGR — outpacing the overall market. […]
Aluminium Packaging from BlueSky: Bottles, Tins, Tubes, Pill Jars and More

Aluminium is one of the most technically capable and sustainability-credible materials available in packaging today. It provides a complete barrier against light, oxygen and moisture; it is infinitely recyclable without any loss of material quality; it performs across an exceptional range of product formats and sectors; and it carries an aesthetic that works from entry-level […]
Spray Bottles Explained: Types, Materials and How to Choose the Right One

Spray bottles are one of the most practical and widely used packaging formats in the world. Whether it’s a fine mist of facial toner, a burst of antibacterial surface cleaner, or a targeted dose of pesticide, the humble spray bottle delivers liquids precisely, efficiently and with minimal waste. Yet not all spray bottles are the […]
Airless Packaging in the UK & Europe: 2026 Market Overview

Airless packaging has moved well beyond its origins as a niche premium skincare format. It now sits at the intersection of three forces reshaping packaging decisions across personal care, pharmaceuticals, and wellness: the demand for high-performance formulation protection, consumer expectation of zero product waste, and regulatory pressure — particularly from the EU’s Packaging and Packaging […]
Packaging Trends for Children’s Personal & Hair Care Brands in the UK (2026)

For children’s personal care and hair care brands in 2026, packaging has to do more than look playful on shelf. It needs to help parents make fast decisions, dispense product cleanly during busy routines, support sustainability goals without adding friction, and stand up to a tighter regulatory environment. That shift reflects wider beauty and packaging […]
UK Plastic Packaging Tax Rate Increase 2026: What Businesses Need to Know

The UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) is increasing from 1 April 2026. Here’s everything you need to know. What is the UK Plastic Packaging Tax? Introduced in April 2022, the UK Plastic Packaging Tax is a charge on plastic packaging components that contain less than 30% recycled plastic content. It applies to businesses that […]
BlueSky to Exhibit at Vitafoods Europe 2026 in Barcelona

We’re excited to announce that we’ll be exhibiting at Vitafoods Europe 2026, taking place from 5–7 May 2026 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via in Barcelona. You’ll find us at stand 5H91, where we’ll be meeting brands across the health, supplements, sports nutrition, pharmaceutical, beverage and personal care sectors. At BlueSky, we help brands move faster […]
BPA Ban 2026: What Beverage Brands Need to Know

The EU has formally banned BPA in food contact packaging with a July 2026 deadline. The UK FSA is following suit. Find out what this means for your beverage brand and how to stay compliant. The BPA Ban Is Here. Is Your Packaging Ready? The EU has formally banned BPA in food contact packaging […]
E-Commerce Safe Packaging: Leak-Proof, Ship-Proof, Review-Proof

Products from across beauty, home care, hair care, and cosmetics can go viral overnight – discovered online and bought for delivery. That means packaging has to do more than look good on shelf: it must arrive clean, intact, and securely sealed. Because in a social-first marker, if a product leaks or breaks in transit, customers […]
We’re exhibiting at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026

We’re delighted to share that BlueSky will be exhibiting at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, on 11-12 February 2026 at the NEC Birmingham. You can find us at stand F24. Packaging Innovations is where the packaging community comes together to explore, discover and connect. Whether you’re a brand owner looking for packaging that stands out on […]
Metabolic Beauty: Biohacking’s Next Wave

Beauty is becoming a measurable wellness routine — spanning skincare, devices, and ingestibles. Here’s what metabolic beauty means, and the packaging formats that signal efficacy, precision, and trust. Beauty is no longer just cosmetic — it’s becoming health-integrated. In 2026, we’re seeing consumers treat beauty like a personal wellness program: measurable, preventative, and designed to optimise […]
Sensorial Wellness Packaging: Why Matt Finishes Win in 2026

Sensorial wellness is making touch and texture part of product value. Here’s why matt finishes are rising – and how to apply them across dispensers without overcomplicating supply. Sensorial Wellness Packaging: Why Matt Finishes Win in 2026 In 2026, beauty, personal care and wellness products are increasingly about emotional benefits — stress relief, calm, joy […]
BlueSky’s 2026 Beauty, Personal Care & Wellness Report

Beauty and wellness are converging faster than ever. Consumers are looking for products that support energy, sleep, mood and visible “results” — and brands are responding with faster innovation cycles, more sophisticated claims, and launch plans shaped by social-first global trends. To help teams navigate what’s next, we’ve released the 2026 Beauty, Personal Care & Wellness […]
Going Green with Your Packaging? Let’s Debunk 4 Common Myths

Businesses face a growing demand for eco-friendly practices, and packaging is often the most visible place to start. For many, however, the path to sustainability appears lined with obstacles. The idea of switching to eco-friendly packaging can bring to mind concerns about high costs, compromised performance, and stifled design creativity. These perceived challenges can make […]
How to Make Skincare Packaging Easier to Recycle

For many consumers, recycling skincare packaging is not as straightforward as it should be. A finished lotion bottle might look recyclable, but what happens to the pump, cap or mixed-material components? That uncertainty often leads to confusion at the bin and increases the risk of “wish-cycling” — when packaging is put in recycling without knowing […]
4 Realities of Custom Aluminium Bottle Printing

Custom-printed aluminium bottles offer a premium, durable solution that instantly support your brand’s presence. However, many businesses assume this level of customisation is complex and costly, reserved only for the largest players – but the process is more accessible, agile, and creatively flexible than you might imagine. 1. You Don’t Need a Massive Order […]