The process proposed by the glassworks respects the environment, while guaranteeing functional and aesthetic advantages.
Bormioli Luigi has developed an innovative, environmentally-friendly solution for finishing glass bottles and containers: ecological satin finishing, a ceramic lacquering process that complements the traditional acid-etching process.
Thanks to this process, it is possible to reproduce the optical and tactile effect of "frosted glass" without resorting to toxic and polluting substances: this new technology uses a water-based lacquer, which vitrifies at around 600°C, creating a satin finish on the surface of the glass article.
Compared with the acid-etching process, ecological satin finishing offers a series of advantages, both functional and aesthetic: as it contains no harmful substances, it has a lower impact on the environment, and there are no emissions of volatile organic compounds or disposal of toxic waste. This also means greater safety in the working environment, whereas with traditional frosting, standards must be scrupulously observed to protect operators and ensure safe transport of products and disposal of toxic residues.
Water-based lacquering also makes it possible to obtain a final product that can be recycled to 100 %; processing waste is minimal, as the sprayed product does not adhere to the bottle, and is recovered and reused almost to the end. It's also worth pointing out that bottles treated with this type of lacquer do not present any problems of material transfer, so much so that this process has been adopted even in the food sector for finishing glasses and bottles.
In terms of the aesthetic results that can be achieved on the final product, ceramic lacquering is more versatile than acid etching: it allows the use of a wide range of color pigments and the calibration of color intensity. Ecological satin finishing can take advantage of masking, i.e. it can be applied only to certain parts of bottles or containers. Finally, this solution is compatible with certain additional machining operations, including decorations that can be fired up to 600°C.
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Qualipac Aluminium (Groupe Pochet) asserts its industrial know-how of excellence by receiving the EPV label
Qualipac Aluminium, Groupe Pochet's leading metalworker, has just been awarded the "Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant" label. After Pochet du Courval, Qualipac Aurillac and Solev, this is the fourth Groupe Pochet company to be distinguished by this government initiative, which rewards French industrial excellence and exceptional know-how.
"We are proud to have been awarded the EPV label, which recognizes Qualipac Aluminium's exceptional expertise and the constant quest for precision and high quality on the part of our teams. This mark of recognition from the French government reinforces the importance of our role in the local and regional industrial and economic fabric".says Thierry Rabu, Managing Director of Qualipac.
"Between tradition and modernity, our care in offering our customers beauty cases, true ambassadors of their prestigious contents, is recognized by this distinction which seals the daily implication of each member of Qualipac Aluminium".adds Eric Turmel, Qualipac Aluminium Director.
Qualipac Aluminium (Mayenne) is the only site in the Qualipac Group specializing in the development and production of aluminum components. Drawing on a wide range of technical solutions for stamping, surface treatment and decoration, this site has developed an expertise recognized by its customers, from the perfume industry to the skincare and make-up sectors.
[podcast] The end of sleepless nights
Veeva and Industries Cosmétiques are launching a new podcast dedicated to the day-to-day work of those involved in the cosmetics industry. Resolutely practical and short, each episode responds concretely to a problem encountered by cosmeticians. The first episode is devoted to training.
Here are the first two questions from the first episode! The rest is in the podcast!
The first episode focuses on employee training in the cosmetics industry. A vital and worrying subject. Yet you're announcing the end of sleepless nights. But how?
David Aegeus (1): As far as training is concerned, I can't count the number of hours spent trying to find a solution to simple questions like :
- What do employees need to know to do their job well?
- Besides, how do I get a list of what he needs to know?
- How can I be sure that he's done his training properly, and above all that he's retained the essentials?
- How do I manage changing needs?
And then, after having dried up on these questions, we say to ourselves: ah, but safety, we also need to train employees in safety according to what they do. And then HR, and then, and then, and then....
It's complicated!
And why sleepless nights? Because it's important, even critical! Important for your organization's performance, and critical on the day of audits and inspections. You can't afford to fall short in this area.
So how do you go about it?
David Aegeus: The only way to combine simplicity and performance is to implement dedicated IT solutions.
Pragmatic and reliable, they ensure that everyone has the prerequisites for a good workstation.
(1) Director of Cosmetics Strategy for Veeva and former Quality Director at Parfums Christian Dior.
To listen to the full interview, simply listen to the episode on the dedicated page or on major podcast platforms.
http://www.industries-cosmetiques.fr/podcast-la-fin-des-nuits-blanches/
Lipoid Kosmetik awarded at PCHi 2020
Lipoid Kosmetik announces that its active ingredient Carotolino has won the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients award at the PCHi Fountain Award 2020 in the "anti-pollution" category. 122 products from 79 companies worldwide were submitted to the international panel of experts at the PCHi trade show in Shanghai. This impressive number underlines the importance of this well-recognized award in China. Originally scheduled for February, the event was postponed until July. PCHi has now decided to honor the Fountain Award winners with an online awards ceremony.
" We are very proud to receive this prestigious award, which testifies to our constant efforts to provide sophisticated, high-quality cosmetic ingredients that follow consumer trends and combine attractive marketing concepts with high-quality scientific data. "says Dr Peter Röthlisberger, Managing Director of Lipoid Kosmetik.
Carotolino was already among the finalists in the cosmetics industry's Global Innovation Award 2019, and won third prize in the BSB Innovation Award 2019 in the "most innovative raw material" category. This third recognition reinforces the fact that Carotolino is perceived as a pioneering active ingredient worldwide.
IES Ingredients expands its range of natural aromatic raw materials
IES Ingredients has been distributing essential ingredients for perfumes, cosmetics and food flavors for almost 30 years. The company has forged distribution partnerships with the world leaders in these markets in terms of raw material quality and responsibility (CSR). It has been a Givaudan distributor since 1993 for fragrances and flavors, and a DSM PCA (Personal Care & Aroma) distributor for sunscreens, vitamins, cosmetic actives and aromatic ingredients. Since 2015, it has also been distributing raw materials for Xinrui Aromatics, a Givaudan joint venture. Closely associated with its partners' R&D as well as consumer research, it is able to supply brands with the trendiest ingredients.
Albert Vieille has developed its expertise in the distillation and extraction of local fragrance plants such as Neroli, Rose and Iris. Over the years, the company has built up long-lasting, reliable relationships with its agricultural partners around the world.
As a result of this new partnership, the IES ingredient palette will be enriched from July 1st with around 100 natural aromatic raw materials (essential oils, absolutes, essences, resinoids and floral waters). Key ingredients include Centifolia rose from Grasse, Spanish Cistus with its warm, resinous scent, and incense from Somalia.
In addition to distributing these raw materials for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, the company will also be responsible for warehousing, supply logistics and sample dispatch.
"As a distributor representing our manufacturers in their markets, our mission is to offer the highest level of expertise, the greatest reactivity, and a tailor-made service. We share Albert Vieille's commitment to ethics, integrity and the environment. Our common goal is to provide the perfume, cosmetics and food flavoring industries with the best natural products, while maintaining competitive prices", explains Noël Poinsignon, IES Ingredients Deputy Managing Director, about this new partnership.
Recently ISO9001-certified and Ecovadis-assessed, certifications that guarantee quality, IES Ingredients has been a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact since May 2019. The company will be moving to its new premises in 2021, in order to multiply storage capacity by 5 and thus be able to accommodate even more references while delivering to its customers in record time. Three new laboratories (Flavors, Fragrances, Cosmetics) will also be set up, enabling IES Ingredients to develop tailor-made presentation kits to reinforce its advisory role with customers.
Luxe pack Monaco will be held in late November and early December
Initially scheduled for September 28, 29 and 30, 2020, the luxury goods packaging trade show has exceptionally moved to November 30, December 1 and 2, 2020.
Adapting and keeping pace with the recovery
Over the years, Luxe Pack Monaco has established itself on the international scene as the largest gathering of packaging suppliers selected for their ability to follow the briefs of the most demanding and creative brands. The scene of numerous launches each year, it is an ideal working platform for all brands, offering them large-scale demonstrations and technical insights to fuel their inspiration and provide them with cutting-edge industrialization solutions.
Affected this year by the Covid-19 crisis, many packaging manufacturers and luxury brands have seen their launch cycles turned upside down. That's why Luxe Pack has decided to support the profession and follow this shift to position itself on November 30, December 1 and 2, 2020 at the Grimaldi Forum. This new timing will enable the entire community to be in phase to promote the industry's economic recovery.
In so doing, the show will also benefit more widely from the reopening of borders.
An edition under the banner of sobriety and efficiency
In the post-covid economic climate that is affecting most companies in this industry, the organizers are proposing a sober edition: a line of simple, high-quality turnkey stands will be offered to exhibitors who wish to use them as an alternative to building their own traditional stands.
The 2020 vintage will be more studious and operational than ever: the organizers will make all the rooms of the Grimaldi Forum available to brands, who will thus be able to take advantage of their visit to organize working sessions with their manufacturers and partners in conditions of optimum confidentiality and comfort: briefs, demonstrations, project reviews...
Luxe Pack and its 470 selected exhibitors offer an inspiring traditional show and confidential meeting spaces: an ultra-efficient working platform for brands anxious to save precious time for their current and future developments.
In addition, the organizers are maintaining the exceptional measures previously announced, such as reduced room rates in most hotels.
A digital platform will complement the 3 days of physical trade fairs to boost exhibitors' visibility and contacts on a global scale. This platform will link the communities already created around the Monaco, New York, Los Angeles and Shanghai shows, considerably expanding the potential for exhibitor networking. It will also serve as an international sounding board for show content: launches, innovations, analyses, trends and expert interviews.
Strict sanitary measures
The organization and the Grimaldi Forum will be setting up a system that complies with the highest levels of hygiene and sanitary safety, from Nice airport to the show, to ensure a safe and serene experience. Thanks to all these initiatives, which are resolutely proactive and tailored to the current situation, Luxe Pack 2020 looks set to be a key event in accelerating the industry's recovery.
A committed and natural cosmetic
Claire Laborde, creator of the brand À la claire fontaine, offers more than just a range of products. With a degree in industrial cosmetology, Claire Laborde first worked as a formulator and then as a cosmetics R&D manager. After two years of R&D for her, Claire Laborde decided to create her own brand. The À la claire fontaine adventure began in 2013. The opportunity to convey the founding values of the brand. Refillable skincare products. Zero waste. Made in France and promoting the French flower. Inside the packaging that reduces the plastic footprint, the ingredients are of natural origin for at least 98 %.
Sensoriality is not left out. For example, a duo facial mask and exfoliant (Joli minois) takes us to the orchards of Isère and Vaucluse. This treatment is made of apple water and you can feel it! The exfoliation is obtained with almond shell powder. Sunflower oil, salt and glycerin complete the formula with a naturalness rate of 99.5 %.
In order to reduce its ecological footprint, the brand has opted for refillable bottles. Customers can buy their refills in the form of cartons and participate in the preservation of resources...
As for distribution, the brand has also made a conscious choice. Short circuit or nothing! Home sales are favored and the online store allows for easy restocking. The saleswomen, called ambassadors, go out to meet customers and take the time to tell them what is hidden in the bottles...
" Our wish is to offer a range of cosmetics in our image, simple and natural, bringing pleasure and well-beingsays Claire Laborde. We wanted the range to be designed to limit its environmental impact. "With only 12 products and solidly anchored values, a la claire fontaine tries to never be forgotten.
Nicolas Gosse
Strand High Tech Color Cosmetics Receives "100% Natural" Validation for 3 New Skin Tone Formulas
Blush, bronzer and pressed powder IncrediGreen have obtained regulatory validation of the "100% natural" claim. All 3 are composed of natural mica (15%)*, pure mineral pigments, vegetable fatty acids, binder, and apricot kernel extract, nourisher. They are also packaged in a recyclable paper pallet.
IncrediGreen Blush (100% natural): blush with a naturally powdery and silky finish.
IncrediGreen Bronzer (100% natural): Adjustable bronzer with a natural powdery, slightly pearly finish that illuminates a tanned complexion for a healthy glow. 3 shades.
IncrediGreen pressed powder 100% natural) Modular bronzer with a powdery, satin finish. 6 shades.
IncrediGreen is part of the Thoughtful & Respectful beauty collection that celebrates natural beauty as a source of well-being, self-respect and respect for the planet. Clean and vegan, the products are labelled cosmos natural. This range includes 8 products IncrediGreen dedicated to the complexion, lips and eyes, composed of 96 to 100% of natural, vegan ingredients, carefully selected for their cosmetic properties. The design of the formulas was accompanied by a proposal for packaging, most of which was eco-designed, with the aim of offering a turnkey make-up solution, as "green" as possible.
