Medical aesthetic products. Aptar Beauty acquires iD Scent

THE WHAT? Aptar Beauty has acquired iD Scent to further strengthen and expand its portfolio of sampling solutions. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.  

THE DETAILS Maxime Caffon and Julie Naso, Co-Executive Directors of the company, added, “Since its creation, iD Scent has been developing innovations aimed to reduce the environmental impact of fragrance sampling while staying true to our family values. We were convinced from the start that, even if a sample is, by definition, a one-time usage, we could make it more durable. We are proud to have succeeded in meeting our challenge, as a result of our family complementarity and a close collaboration with our entire team! We are delighted to with the integration with Aptar because of the commercial and industrial power, coupled with our know-how, which will enable us to faster serve the global need for more sustainable sampling solutions.”

THE WHY? With single use plastic persona non grata, the sampling industry is seeking more sustainable alternatives. As Marc Prieur, President of Aptar Beauty, explains, “iD Scent meets the growing global demand for fragrance sampling that cares for the planet. The combination of Aptar’s global scale and iD Scent’s unique capabilities will further enable collaboration on sustainability actions and objectives with our customers. iD Scent’s offerings are made of paper which helps promote recycling. This partnership reinforces Aptar’s commitment to supporting a more circular economy, where packaging materials can be easily recycled.”

Medical aesthetic products refer to a category of products used in the field of medical aesthetics, which combines medical practices with cosmetic procedures to improve the appearance of individuals. These products are typically used under the supervision of trained medical professionals such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, or specialized nurses. They are distinct from over-the-counter cosmetics in that they often contain higher concentrations of active ingredients or require medical expertise for their application.

Examples of medical aesthetic products include:

• Dermal Fillers: Injectable substances used to restore volume, fill wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. These may include hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm or collagen-stimulating fillers like Sculptra.

• Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Injectable neurotoxins used to temporarily paralyze facial muscles, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines caused by facial expressions.

• Chemical Peels: Solutions containing chemical exfoliants like glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or trichloroacetic acid, used to improve skin texture, treat acne scars, and reduce hyperpigmentation.

• Laser and Light Devices: Equipment used for various skin treatments, including hair removal, skin resurfacing, tattoo removal, and treatment of vascular and pigmented lesions.

• Prescription Skincare Products: Formulations containing active ingredients such as retinoids (e.g., tretinoin), hydroquinone, or prescription-strength antioxidants, designed to address specific dermatological concerns under medical supervision.

• Microneedling Devices: Devices that create tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture and elasticity.

• Cosmeceuticals: High-quality skincare products that bridge the gap between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, often containing biologically active ingredients with proven efficacy.