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September 2016 Spray 17 crazy,” according to suppliers. Nails Inc. (offered at Sephora, etc.) seemed to lead the charge, but there are many “me too” brands available now, such as China Glaze and Spray Perfect. Additionally, shower gels out of a can have a big run in Europe, while globally shave gel sales have been down due to the growing facial hair trend in men. Automotive Increasing automobile production in countries including the U.S., Indonesia, China, Mexico, Germany, Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan and Japan could drive growth for aerosol automotive products. Some automotive products such as de-icers will be more prevalent in the northern U.S. states. Pharmaceutical New medicines and novel aerosol formulations, which are used to treat lung disease, are opening the doors for therapy to treat diseases such as diabetes, pulmonary hypertension and cancer. Progress in the aerosol delivery of drugs (primarily in inhalers and aluminum) has been positive so far because of significant benefits, including ease-ofuse, patient comfort, greater selectivity of effect and the potential to decrease side effects. The future of global aerosols What lies ahead for global aerosol production? Suppliers surveyed indicated that no regions of the world seem to be slowing down and, across the board, business is very strong. They predict more products (new and flankers) and innovations in ergonomics, shapes, colors and designs. New propellants are also on the horizon; formulations are changing and so are the packaging solutions needed to dispense them. “Innovation is a big buzz word in aerosol packaging,” concluded one supplier. Liqui Moly Engine Compartment Cleaner from Germany Asthma inhalers offer benefits, including ease-of-use, patient comfort, greater selectivity of effect and the potential to decrease side effects. “However, ‘innovation’ must serve a purpose—to build the brand. New valve and actuator designs, colors, shapes and tactile experiences combine to create a functional sense of ‘newness’—novelty, for the sake of just being ‘different’ does not advance the cause.” Spray


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