Many beauty brands are moving beyond plastic packaging. They want better options that meet sustainability goals. While PCR (post-consumer recycled content) is common, it's no longer the only solution. New materials for cosmetic tubes are changing how personal care products are packaged.
These materials include aluminum, bio-based plastic, and multilayer aluminum collapsible tube formats. They support a wide range of items. These include lip gloss, eyeliner, deodorant, shampoo, lipstick, facial cleanser, and sunblock. They combine style and performance. They are ready for recycling.
Bio-based and refillable solutions
Some brands now use bio-based polyethylene. It comes from renewable plants like sugarcane. This material works like traditional plastic but has a smaller carbon footprint.
Refillable options are also growing. These squeeze tubes and jars reduce waste over time. Brands use them for lip balm, face cream, and brow filler. Custom sizes and laminate sleeves are easy to make using molds and various printing options.
Aluminum and hybrid packaging
Aluminum is strong and recyclable. Many personal care and pharmaceutical items use it in tube form. It's ideal for cream tube products, caulking, lubricants, and DIY cosmetics.
Brands can also combine aluminum with other materials. For example, closures, dropper glass bottles, and nozzle tubes create hybrid designs. These support sealing options like induction seals and heat-sealed tips.
Polyfoil and CirculenRevive
Polyfoil tubes protect sensitive substances. They're useful for pharma packaging and cosmetic containers. They block light, air, and moisture.
CirculenRevive polymers contain recycled material. They keep their strength. They help brands meet GMP standards and the global recycled standard. These tubes fit with refillable pumps, dropper tops, and airless packaging.
Functional and stylish formats
Today’s cosmetic packaging comes in many styles. Lip gloss tubes have rollerballs or lip slant tips. Eyeliner, mascara, and lipstick use brushes, wands, or other applicators.
Tubes also vary in head style and diameter. Recycled tube packaging can include silicone applicators, flip top caps, or nozzle tube formats. Printing lot codes, batch numbers, and expiration dates ensures safety and traceability.
Sizes, volumes, and order flexibility
Cosmetic tubes must handle different volumes. Brands need small samples and larger retail sizes. Flexible pack types help meet these needs.
Tube type and style matter too. Some use dropper bottles or brush applicators. Others need airless formats. You can also use custom printing like silk screen or full-color direct digital print. Flip top caps and closures make use easier for customers.
Simplifying the process
Choosing the right cosmetic packaging involves many details. You must consider recycled content, refillable design, and sealing features. Popular materials include polyethylene, polypropylene, and CirculenRevive.
Many brands also use recycled tube packaging with features like POM-free pump cartridges or tamper safety seals. These solutions work across products like face cream, lip gloss, and sunscreen. They support beauty tube uses. They also support industrial and pharmaceutical tube uses.
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