News Briefs

Shoppers Drug Mart’s Quo Beauty is taking steps to reduce the amount of plastic packaging going to packaging with new products that come in sustainable packaging.

The more than 40 new products range from lipsticks to cosmetic accessories and use recycled plastics, more mono-materials and reduced plastic packaging, the company said.

"We know the beauty industry contributes to the plastics problem in Canada and we're leading the way with implementing solutions," Kelly Jessop, senior vice president of merchandising at Shoppers Drug Mart. "It's not always easy to address some of the challenges the industry faces, but our team is committed. It's important to the planet, our customers and our company."

Quo Beauty products are vegan, cruelty-free, PETA-certified and available for purchase in stores and online.

Totino’s Pizza Rolls is joining forces with gaming collective FaZe Clan to fill the popular pizza roll with tangy orange chicken.  

“We are incredibly proud of our second collaboration with Totino’s,” said Adam Bauer, FaZe Clan’s senior vice president of brand partnerships. “Finding the next flavor to roll out together has been an exciting process and we can’t wait to introduce Orange Chicken Pizza Rolls to our fans in an easy way to enjoy between gaming sessions.”

The new Totino’s Orange Chicken Pizza Rolls are filled with chicken that is smothered in a sweet and spicy orange sauce and wrapped in a golden crust.

“After our successful Buffalo Chicken launch with FaZe Clan last year, we knew we had to create something extra special next that would not only excite our fans’ taste buds, but also perfectly complement the rush of gaming,” said Taylor Roseberry, brand experience manager for Totino’s. “Totino’s Orange Chicken Pizza Rolls do just that, and we’re excited for fans to enjoy orange chicken in a whole new way.”

Totino’s Orange Chicken Pizza Rolls retail for $5.99 and can be found at grocery stores.

Aveeno’s SkinVisibility program is looking to bring its mission of addressing underdiagnosis, care and treatment of sensitive skin conditions to a wider range of people.

This year, the brand is collaborating with Health In Her HUE to provide 500 one-year premium memberships, sponsored by Aveeno, for women of color and those who have children with eczema or sensitive skin. The membership will offer access to a health care provider, directory and community forum.

In addition, the brand also is working with its newest ambassador, supermodel Chanel Iman to help spread awareness of skin health inequities impacting Black women and women of color.

Memberships for Health In Her HUE will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for those who meet the requirements, which can be accessed online.

Target guests will soon be able to get their favorite Starbucks beverage taken straight to their cars with the latest service addition to Drive Up.

Drive Up with Starbucks is rolling out to the retailer’s more than 1,700 locations with both a Starbucks café and Drive Up service by early October following a successful pilot.

To place a Starbucks order via Drive Up, customers who place an order at a participating Target store will receive a notification that it is ready, and shoppers will be able to indicate they are en route via the retailer’s app. Then, customers will receive a prompt to place an order from the Starbucks menu.

Once the selection has been made, shoppers will click the add for Drive Up prompt and pay for the order.

After customers indicate they are on their way, a Starbucks barista located in the store will prepare the order and package it for transport. Once the guest arrives and notifies arrival, a Target team member will deliver the Starbucks order and any other Drive Up purchase to the vehicle.

The Drive Up with Starbucks is currently rolling out to stores nationwide throughout the summer and early fall and is currently available in a handful of states.

Moon Juice is continuing to make waves in the wellness industry with its latest innovation—Mini Dew, a 2-in-1 daily electrolyte and mineral powder supplement.

Joining its Cellular Waters category, this new launch features a microplastic-free Himalayan pink salt electrolyte, which has 270 mg of sodium, as well as chelated forms of potassium and magnesium to aid in hydration and absorption, the company said.

“Since I love to stack my habits, we turned Mini Dew into a 2-in-1 mid-formulation. Not only is it an electrolyte; it’s also a daily comprehensive mineral supplement,” said Moon Juice founder Amanda Chantal Bacon. “I don't think enough of us realize how important minerals are. Ninety percent of us have a mineral imbalance or deficiency, and a lot of that has to do with our food supply. Modern agricultural practices have stripped the soil, and even if you eat organic food from the farmer’s market, it’s void of the full spectrum nutrients you need.”

In addition, it also contains a full spectrum of ionic trace minerals and five chelated essential minerals to also cater to brain function, hormones, energy, skin and hair, the brand noted.

Made with 0 g of sugar and featuring a watermelon taste, Moon Juice’s Mini Dew is available for purchase online.

Club Crackers has combined the taste of its flaky crackers with chilled chardonnay.

New from the brand is the limited-edition Club x Butter Chardonnay Minis, which are infused with a Butter Chardonnay by JaM Cellars.

“Our fans know that hanging with their club alongside their favorite cracker and wine is all they need to kick back and relax. That’s why we’re so excited to bring them the Club x Butter Chardonnay Minis — a snack that seamlessly brings together everything they need for the perfect bite at the next gathering,” said Carrie Foose, director of brand marketing for Kellogg’s Crackers. “We look forward to hearing what fans think of this unique, limited-edition snack, because with Butter Chardonnay infused in their favorite Club Minis, their next club hang will be fabulous.”

The limited-edition crackers will come in an Ultimate Butter Box, which features the crackers, an insulated tote and four ButterCans.

“Who doesn’t love wine and crackers? But infusing Butter Chardonnay into Club Minis—that’s a new level of deliciousness we couldn’t resist making with our friends at Club,” said Michele Truchard, Co-founder and the “M” in JaM Cellars. “It was incredibly fun taste testing to create the perfect bite that really complements the wine. Butter fans everywhere are going to love them.”

The Ultimate Butter Box will be available for purchase online for $30 beginning Aug. 14 while supplies last.