The Cosfibel group's aim is to understand and support brands in their innovations, and to provide them with inspiration. For the Luxe Pack trade show, the group has designed a special box featuring nine boxes illustrating its multi-material expertise and creative and technical maturity.
Nine boxes, nine materials
By assembling nine miniatures (10 cm X 10 cm) in a square box (35 cm X 35 cm), Cosfibel presents, in the manner of a kaleidoscope, the nine materials it offers brands for the production of their boxes and cases. Each presents an eco-responsible creation based on a chosen material: card and cardboard, microflute, molded pulp, various species of wood (ash, paulownia), cork, tin, rPET. From the simplest to the most sophisticated, from the most classic to the most innovative, each evokes a specific universe.
In each creation, a technical data sheet presents the material: origin, certification, recyclability, and other technical information including usage, resistance, life cycle...
How can I make the most of the single-material box?
With the ReBel collection, Cosfibel positions itself as an expert in multiple material solutions. It affirms its commitment to eco-responsibility by focusing on its 4R rule (reduce, reuse, recycle, rethink). The ReBel spirit brings extra creativity and revises the codes of luxury, betting on the monomaterial trend.
Dalmec presents a new Partner Equo industrial manipulator designed for handling plastic drums and equipped with a gripping tool adapted to metal grippers. This new system has been designed specifically for picking up, lifting and transferring plastic drums, so as to position them above a tank or other drum and allow them to be emptied at the end of the stroke.
Always in search of innovation, and in line with its commitment to the fight against RSI, Dalmec has developed this new equipment by equipping it with a customized gripping tool for picking up drums of different diameters, capable of reversing the load through 180° thanks to a pneumatic device.
This new equipment is an easy-to-use, column-mounted, self-balancing pneumatic solution designed to meet the handling needs of a wide range of industrial sectors.
For example, this new drum manipulator can be used to prepare mixtures and pour powders, grains, salts, liquids or other ingredients in the food, chemical, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in the construction industry for the manufacture of building materials.
In order to facilitate safe and easy handling of drums with loads of up to 400 kg, and in view of the limited ceiling height available in central weighing plants, this manipulator is available in a low-profile version.
Designed for balancing and compensating heavy loads, this new Partner Equo manipulator has been designed to adapt to the type, dimensions and loads of the drums to be handled, in accordance with the needs of users and their working environment, whether in a workshop with limited space or on a production line, and to do so quickly, precisely and safely, without any effort.
An evolving structure
The Dalmec Partner Equo is a pneumatic manipulator with an articulated arm that balances the weight of the applied load evenly and stably in the absence of effort.
All movements are obtained by simple manual guidance, which guarantees high precision of movements applied to the load. Its modular structure has been designed to withstand the torsion generated by this type of load. This equipment fits perfectly into cramped working environments, thanks to its evolutionary structure and the infinite possibilities of varying the shapes and dimensions of the terminal arm.
This equipment complies with the requirements of European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, and has been subjected to a risk analysis.
After several successful launches in this field, Texen Beauty Partners launches its all-cardboard skincare and make-up collection. Palettes and cases, sticks and lipsticks rival each other in charm and combine the advantages of eco-design. This innovative proposal is based on Texen's mission to transform material into experience in a virtuous way. Here, the alternative of FSC-certified cardboard guarantees all the expected packaging functions: protection, resistance, design...
Cardboard, a safe bet
Ultra-green in terms of weight and recyclability, cardboard is the right thickness for strength and hold. Easy to shape, it can be used for all types of decoration. With no need for tooling, it is the champion of agile development and short production runs. It responds to current trends for products as sober as they are premium. For this collection, Texen has developed an eye palette with a sliding opening and 3 color cups, a stick designed to hold solid galenics (mask, face cleanser, deodorant, etc.), activated by a push-button system, two models of premium compacts featuring a mirror and, for one of the two models, a slot for an applicator located under the compact powder, and a lipstick that can be refilled by simply clipping it on. The entire collection is fully customizable in terms of design and decoration.
N°5 by Chanel is constantly reinventing itself. In 1921, Gabrielle Chanel overturned the codes of perfumery by choosing a bottle stripped of all ornamentation. In 2021, to celebrate 100 years of fame, N°5 will incorporate recycled glass.
Teams from Chanel and Pochet du Courval have pooled their know-how to rethink glassmaking as part of a joint approach to sustainable development.
"Our aim was to develop a top-of-the-range recycled glass that would meet Chanel's high standards of excellence and creativity.explains Maison Pochet.
The stated objectives are to encourage the circular economy, reduce the use of natural resources and cut carbon footprint, while preserving the aesthetics of the legendary fragrance, with its purity, crystal-like brilliance and transparency.
High-quality glass
Different types of glass are used for different purposes. Recycling can alter the quality of transparent, shiny perfumery glass. Pochet du Courval has therefore developed an innovative industrial process with its partners to guarantee high-quality recycled glass. "In keeping with Chanel's high standards, every detail has been carefully considered: the tint, transparency, purity and brilliance of this glass, as well as its resistance, have been rigorously assessed", says Chanel.
N°5 Eau de Parfum limited edition 100 ml is the first fragrance to benefit from this innovation, which will be gradually rolled out to other Chanel fragrances from 2022.
"On average, for every 1 million bottles produced with Seva 3* new-generation recycled glass, we save more than 25 tonnes of virgin raw materials.emphasizes Maison Pochet.
*Seva 3: for "Eco-responsible solution, vision of the future", a solution developed by the Pochet group.in 2021, following an initial initiative called Seva.
The Verpack Group meets brands' expectations for single-material boxes and cases. This is illustrated by a new generation of attractive, practical, modular and customizable cardboard wedges, soon to be presented at Luxe Pack.
The debate has been going on for some years now, spurred on by regulatory measures and other anti-plastic lobbies. At the time, the Verpack group was renowned for its recycled plastic thermoformed trays. It then developed its first trays in various types of cardboard, of varying thickness and strength, dedicated to perfumes, skincare, premium accessories, and then wines and spirits.
Aided by its LCA tool, EcoLab, the group quickly helped brands to find alternative solutions for single-material boxes and cases. Added to this was the disappearance of magnets and other accessory parts.
Wedges 4.0
The Verpack group is taking advantage of the Luxe Pack trade show, to be held in Monaco from September 27 to 29, to present its new wedge model. The concept is based on the principle of modules that can be adjusted to the shape of products, and which fit inside the box or case to guarantee strength and support. A decorative cap then snaps on to act as a wedge cover. This customizable concept (size, volume, choice of cardboard, decoration, etc.) offers a number of advantages, including reduced design costs, lighter weight (up to 50 % of box weight with corrugated cardboard wedging), automation of certain tasks, and easier handling for operator comfort. It meets the major requirements of e-commerce and the use of boxes as point-of-sale displays.
Amalthea is the first in-store refillable cosmetics company. For almost three years now, the company has been committed to healthy, sustainable consumption for people and nature. All bottles are glass and refillable, and all ingredients are healthy.
All products are packaged and refilled at the boutique, where they comply with Good Manufacturing Practice for cosmetics (ISO 22716), the same standard as a laboratory.
To encourage refills, Amalthea offers free shipping within France. Parisians can go directly to the boutique, which also houses the packaging and refill laboratory. It takes about 15 minutes to refill a bottle.
As Amalthea points out, the manufacture of one tonne of glass requires around 105 kilos of oil. Heavy glass also requires more fuel for transport. Ultimately, a one-liter glass bottle generates 345 grams of C02 during its life cycle. Recycling also consumes energy. According to Amalthea, avoiding this is the key. With its refill system, Amalthea offers an alternative.
Plastic is also banned from Amalthea packaging. The only exceptions are the cap and pumps, which are made of PET. The customer keeps the same cap when refilling.
Laurent Bourgoin has joined Superga Beauty as VP Business Development, reporting to Leslie Bréau Meniger, President of the organization, with the mission of accelerating the group's development in new businesses, new geographical areas or high value-added professions that will make sense of a 360° offer. With over 25 years' experience in international business development with leading primary packaging companies: perfumery glass with Verescence, pump and dispenser systems with Silgan, and most recently as General Manager of Albéa Beauty Solutions, Laurent Bourgoin brings to Superga Beauty the skills to continue developing and securing its ambitious growth plan. In a dynamic market context, and capitalizing on the investments made in recent months, Laurent Bourgoin will bring all his experience and leadership to bear on the development of the Superga Beauty group.
Clinique becomes the first premium beauty brand to exploit Roctool's innovative and sustainable technology for one of its iconic bottles.
The Estee Lauder Companies/ELC initiates a partnership with Roctool, leader in molding technology with heating and cooling. Its aim is to help develop state-of-the-art processes for all the brands in its portfolio, as part of its ongoing drive towards sustainable prestige packaging.
A group pioneer in the development of healthy, effective products for over fifty years, Clinique will be the first premium beauty brand to use Roctool technology for cosmetic bottles. It has chosen Clarifying Lotion 200ml, one of its first iconic products launched in 1968.
Packaging design and technological innovation are essential to the development of a sustainable premium packaging offering. Roctool's heating and cooling molding technology can be applied to a variety of production methods. According to the manufacturer, it offers significant improvements in surface effects without the need for additional decoration processes. In the case of Clinique's Clarifying lotion bottles, this technology eliminates the need for secondary decoration. This process tends towards a simpler, more responsible approach to packaging. It avoids rejects and reduces waste by 10 to 15 % in the manufacturing phase, while guaranteeing superior material quality.
"At The Estee Lauder Companies, we invest and innovate at every stage of our packaging processes to multiply sustainable solutions and enable our brands to offer luxurious, quality experiences to our consumers, explains Daniel Ramos, Senior Vice President, Global Packaging, The Estee Lauder Companies/ELC. We are working with industrial partners like Roctool to improve our packaging design. From now on, we will mobilize our portfolio of brands to exploit these cutting-edge processes on a large scale in order to contribute to the development of more virtuous packaging solutions for our consumers and the planet."
"When we launched into the beauty market a few years ago, we understood the challenges of more responsible packaging solutions in connection with molding technology. Today, we're proud to be working with The Estee Lauder Companies and Clinique, and to support their ambitions in terms of responsible innovation."adds Mathieu Boulanger, CEO of Roctool.
The Estee Lauder Companies/ELC has worked with cosmetics packaging manufacturer Pinard Beauty Pack to bring Roctool technology to market for the first time in Europe. "We are proud to be working with The Estee Lauder Companies and Roctool to harness our technical and quality know-how together for this fantastic development, which fits perfectly with our ambitions in terms of sustainable development and our CSR policy."explain Thomas and Pierre Olivier Pinard, Pinard's co-CEOs.
Following the launch of this new bottle across Europe, The Estee Lauder Companies/ELC intends to deploy Roctool technology across its entire brand portfolio to continue promoting and developing innovative packaging solutions.
Exsymol has placed 2021 under the sign of silicon. A year to share its expertise on this element playing a key role in cosmetics. Indeed, Exsymol has been working on silicon and its role in the human body, and more particularly the skin, for 50 years: 50 years of studies and expertise already shared in a video available on the Exsymol TV channel, in the "mot de l'Xpert" category. In this video, communications manager Mélanie Mollet and scientific expert Lionel Valenti tell us all about this key skin element. They remind us of silicon's all-too-frequently overlooked role.
However, silicon's main constraint in topical application is to enable the active molecule to penetrate the skin and reach its target. Using silicon extracted directly from nature delivers little cosmetic benefit. Silicon absorption by the skin is not sufficient to compensate for natural loss. With the principles of a cosmetic application defined, the need arose to find a cosmetic technology: this was the starting point for Exsymol's challenge to create a biofunXional silicon!
BiofunXional silicon is the heart of Exsymol technology and the cornerstone of this cosmetic innovation.
This biofunXional silicon can be used and diversified to meet all cosmetic needs. It is combined with cosmetic molecules of interest, enabling Exsymol to meet cosmetic needs.
Exsymol's Xperts have selected well-known cosmetic molecules (hyaluronic acid, rhamnose, hydroxyproline...) and improved their bioavailability and efficacy with their Silanol technology. This innovative technology is revealed in detail in a brand-new video describing the benefits of silanols for the skin.
In October 2018, Albéa joined the Ellen Mac Arthur Foundation's New Plastics Economy Global Commitment alongside L'Oréal, Unilever and other companies, pledging to make 100 % of its packaging recyclable, reusable and use 10 % of recycled plastic by 2025 - whether flexible tubes or rigid plastic cosmetics packaging. Three years on, while the acceleration is clear for tubes, the transformation process is more complex for rigid plastic packaging.This means above all selecting materials and optimizing decoration, integrating mechanical and chemical PCR (Post-consumer Recycled) and bioplastics, and reducing the overall use of plastics - major challenges that require far-reaching transformations.
Rigid plastic beauty packaging covers a wide range of products and technologies: lipstick cases and mechanisms, mascara bottles and brushes, skin care jars and bottles, perfume caps, powder compacts, compacts and many more. Some models are custom-made, others are standard designs. Since most of them are small and mix several materials, they are rarely recyclable, let alone recycled.
However, suppliers such as Albéa as well as leading cosmetics brands have committed to making all their packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025 - not just their standard tubes or bottles, where innovation is spectacular, but also their more complex make-up and skincare packaging, where transformation is less rapid.
The transformation of rigid packaging for cosmetics products therefore requires the mobilization of rare technical expertise, in the service of a very clear roadmap. This involves exploring new materials, notably PCR post-consumer recycled resins and bioplastics, adapting injection and decoration processes, and reducing overall material use. It's also about launching new responsible generic solutions and collaborating with customers on revolutionary customized products via our offer of technically recyclable solutions. Innovation in materials is essential here.
Our priorities are to find alternatives to resins that are not recycled or for which regulations are changing (such as the widely-used styrenics), focusing on the trio of PP, PE and PET, to aim for single-material packaging, even when it is multi-component, and to accelerate the use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) or bio-sourced resins.
Our 14 industrial sites for rigid cosmetic packaging are now organized into a global network of injection experts, sharing best practices, ideas, successes and failures, as well as new sources of supply.
Simandre, Albéa's ISCC-certified site
They are making progress in the field of chemical PCR, notably using coPET (Copolyester) for an aesthetic finish similar to virgin plastic, as well as in mechanical PCR with r-PET (recycled PET) for the manufacture of high-quality packaging. Today, 4 of our sites are ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon certification, or mass balance) certified - 3 sites in China, and Simandre in France, our center of excellence for high-end care packaging.
Bertrand de la Tour, VP Marketing & Innovation Albéa CRP (Cosmetic Rigid Packaging), explains: " As brands accelerate the transformation of their standard tubes and bottles, let's kick-start the transformation of their more complex and strategic fragrance, skincare and make-up packaging. We position ourselves as expert and active advisors to all customers aiming to transition their current packaging portfolio, whether through material change or plastic reduction, bespoke product developments or via our offer of technically recyclable or recycled material solutions designed by our marketing teams.. "
Although there's still a long way to go, the transformation process is well underway, and Albéa's teams are working tirelessly alongside beauty brands to find responsible solutions.
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