Blisters, commonly used to package eye patches, now have an eco-responsible alternative. Lessonia, a European specialist in sheet masks and cosmetic patches, has developed an innovative pouch, made from monomaterials and 100 % recyclable. This innovation is protected by an exclusive patent.

Traditional blister packs are polluting, made from complex, non-recyclable materials. Lessonia's monomaterial pouch, on the other hand, combines recyclability with high-end personalization. The bag's design possibilities and finishes are comparable to those of traditional non-recyclable bags.

A wide range of eye patches in a durable format

Lessonia offers its eye patches in this new packaging with three supports:

• Biocellulose: a premium material with a second-skin effect.
• Filmalginate: a film-forming gel carrier
• Ice Crystal: an ultra-transparent substrate with an icy effect.

With its modern, fully-automated production facilities, Lessonia boasts an annual production capacity of over 40 million sheet masks, eye patches and lip patches at its plant in Brittany. "This exceptional capacity guarantees optimized lead times, consistent quality and relocation in line with the expectations of brands wishing to promote Made in France."the company says.

With this innovative packaging, Lessonia aims to support brands in their ecological transition and their quest for quality.

Artist-creator Lolita Lempicka has entrusted ateliers Prad with the entire decor for "Minuit" perfumes, the end-of-year edition of "Lolita Lempicka Le Parfum".

Prad has metallised the famous apple with its ornaments and fantasies. The gold tone matches that of the cap. A three-dimensional white pad print of the emblematic logo completes the design.

High-end decoration on glass and aluminum

Prad is an independent French company specializing in the decoration of recyclable glass and aluminum containers. Its prestigious customers include Cartier, Coach, Diptyque and Jimmy Choo.

Founded 50 years ago, Brad masters a wide range of technologies: liquid metallization, lacquering, laser finishing, silkscreening, pad printing and hot stamping. Used individually or in combination, these technologies enable a wide range of renderings, nuances, color and/or material effects, and extreme line precision.

The company, led by Bruno Pierrain, its CEO and owner since 2016, relies on its new equipment, practices and environmentally-friendly industrial processes, enhanced by the professionalism and commitment of its teams, focused on customer satisfaction. EcoVadis Platinum-rated, the company participates in the UN Global Compact program.

All You Need, the German skincare brand developed by Gloria Mang, has launched a range of luxury skincare products made from high-quality natural ingredients and featuring airless packaging designed to reduce environmental impact.

Dr Gloria Mang runs the GMedical Spa, as well as the Bodenseeklinik plastic surgery clinic, founded by her father, Professor Werner Mang, in the German town of Lindau. Her new range of products is designed to rejuvenate and refresh the skin. It is also suitable for the skin care needed after cosmetic procedures.

The All You Need brand called on Quadpack to create a packaging solution for its entire range. This had to combine protection of the formula, use of recyclable materials and a luxurious appearance in keeping with its strong brand identity. Local production was a priority to minimize the carbon footprint.

Manufactured and decorated in the Quadpack Group's German factories - which run on renewable energy - Quadpack's Regula Airless range met the specifications of the All You Need brand.

Made from PET (polyethylene terephthalate) and PP (polypropylene), this range comes in three sizes - 15, 30 and 50 ml - to hold the seven different references. Airless technology protects the integrity of the complex formulas, which include creams, balms, serums and a foaming gel. The packaging is injected in a pastel yellow with warm nuances that the brand associates with natural beauty and purity. Matte lacquering and two-tone screen printing complete the decoration, creating a harmonious, elegant look for the entire range.

All You Need justifies its choice of airless packaging as follows: "It's the most elegant and effective way of preserving the benefits of ingredients. It's also a much more hygienic solution than the conventional packaging used in the cosmetics industry. All products are airtight thanks to the airless dispenser, which means you can take them with you wherever you go, even when traveling. All packaging and cosmetics are sustainable, having been designed, manufactured and packaged in Germany."

GhostSEAL is a patented digital watermarking technology that discreetly integrates informative patterns into physical media (packaging, labels). It offers a robust solution against gray market and unauthorized channels, even when conventional identifiers are removed.

GhostSEAL is a patented digital watermarking technology designed to discreetly embed almost imperceptible information patterns into physical media such as packaging and labels. By incorporating these unique, encrypted identifiers, GhostSEAL offers a robust solution for product identification, enabling brands to combat the grey market and unauthorized distribution channels. 

This technology is particularly effective in situations where malicious distributors remove traditional identifiers, such as serial numbers or QR codes, which could reveal their activities. One of GhostSEAL's key assets is its flexibility and minimal impact on the original packaging design. The watermark can be seamlessly integrated into the design, preserving aesthetic integrity while adding an extra layer of security. 

Encrypted information can be integrated using conventional printing techniques such as offset and flexography, as well as digital printing methods such as electro-Ink, laser and DOD inkjet. This versatility enables GhostSEAL to be easily adapted to existing production lines, making it a highly scalable solution for manufacturers.

Advanced Track And Trace will be presenting this technology at CFIC (Carrefour des fournisseurs de l'industrie cosmétique), stand A67, on December 3-4 in Orléans.

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Inspired by English flea markets, Jo Malone's new "Scented Mementos" collection includes four limited-edition eaux de Cologne. Each features a customized zamac cap, designed and produced by TNT Group. 

All hoods are finished with a special patinated gold finish, and assembled with a PP insert.

TNT Group emphasizes that the characteristic weight of zamac and its fresh feel reinforce the retro, luxurious look of these pieces. The main challenge was to achieve a particular patina and ensure its homogeneity between the four hoods in the collection, each with its own geometry, but also its own play of light and reflection. 

The production of each hood follows a meticulous, multi-stage process, from die-casting to semi-automated and manual finishing operations.

TNT GROUP specializes in the design, development and manufacture of primary and secondary packaging in metal - zamak, aluminum, brass, stainless steel - and other materials for the perfume, skincare and make-up industries. The company's strength lies in its know-how, which enables it to bring brands' creative ideas to life and respond to each project with precision engineering.

Aptar Beauty, a global specialist in dispensing systems, has been chosen by Guerlain to supply all the pumps for its L'Art & La Matière collection, a collection of "olfactory masterpieces for lovers of beauty", according to the perfume house.

This collection includes fragrances and concentrated extracts in refillable format, all equipped with the Sensea fragrance pump. Perfumed skincare products are equipped with the GSA lotion pump. Both pumps are flagship products in the Aptar Beauty portfolio.

Sensea: a pump for refillable fragrances

The Sensea perfume pump has been selected for all 100ml bottles in the main L'Art & La Matière collection, including the latest launch Patchouli Paris Eau de Parfum, as well as for the six 50ml bottles of Extraits Signature, Guerlain's most concentrated fragrances, refillable in-store. The collection also includes the Flacon Sac, a 20ml refillable bag spray that can be refilled at home.

These references are equipped with the Sensea pump and VP4 motor, optimized for smoother activation with a High Definition Spray (HDS) insert. According to Aptar Beauty, Sensea's ease of use and spray quality were the decisive factors for Guerlain, as they guarantee a fine, even spray at a wide angle (60 degrees). The screw-in pump also facilitates refilling.

These pumps and skins are manufactured and assembled at Aptar Beauty's Normandy factory in Le Neubourg, France. All components are anodized in gold, and the push-buttons feature the iconic engraving of Guerlain's double G monogram.

GSA: high-performance care

This screw-in, twist-lock pump is easy to use and refill. The gold anodized trim completes the high-end design, in total harmony with the rest of the collection.

Manufactured in Chieti, Italy, the iconic GSA pump is used for scented hand and body milks and soaps from the L'Art & La Matière collection. Its technology guarantees the compatibility and optimal integrity of the formula, avoiding any contact with the metal of the mechanism.

"Our products are designed to meet the needs of all brands. This collaboration perfectly demonstrates the range of our technologies and the synergy between our production sites, as well as our ability to adapt our distribution solutions to the standards of luxury Houses."says Anne Dupé, Aptar Beauty EMEA Key Account Manager.