Packaging innovations at CosmeticBusiness 2020

At the end of September, the cosmetics supply industry will once again be presenting pioneering solutions for the cosmetics industry at CosmeticBusiness 2020, including innovations from the packaging sector.
CosmeticBusiness is the international trade fair for the cosmetics supply industry. (Image: Leipziger Messe)

At CosmeticBusiness 2020, the cosmetics supply industry will once again be presenting innovative solutions for the cosmetics industry from 30 September to 1 October 2020. Visitors to the Munich MOC will be presented with product innovations and new developments in the fields of raw materials, manufacturing and packaging.

Various tried and tested themed routes are designed to Orientation guide The ‚Innovation Route‘ guides visitors to the innovative and creative highlights of the trade fair via themed hall plans in the trade fair guide.

The ‚Green Route‘ is on the trail of the trend towards sustainability. Particularly exclusive solutions can be found via the ‚Premium Route‘. New this year is the ‚Colour Route‘ with offers from the Colour Cosmetics range.

Innovations from the packaging sector

According to trade fair organiser Leipziger Messe, the topic of sustainability will take centre stage at CosmeticBusiness 2020 with Solutions for better recycling and resource conservation The focus also remains on innovations in the packaging sector.

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The company has Lifocolour has developed a range of recycling processes with LifoCycle special masterbatches developed. These are available on two carrier systems: based on virgin material or recycled carrier systems (PCR). According to the manufacturer, the products on show at CosmeticBusiness are characterised by their stable colour quality across many recycling cycles.

They are available for PP, PE and PET systems. The portfolio is complemented by detectable masterbatches for sorting processes and LifoCycle Clear for consistent colouring with different PCR qualities.

Under the motto „Scent of Colours“, Lifocolor also presents the characteristic Trend colours for the coming autumn and winter seasonsn before.

Sustainable foam applicator

Foam applicator with innovative pump system from CosMed
Foam applicator with innovative pump system from CosMed (Image: CosMed)

This is how CosMed with the Squeeze Foaming Device (SFD) is an environmentally friendly and Easier to recycle foam applicator at CosmeticBusiness. The company from East Westphalia developed the dispenser as an assembly solution that Made exclusively from polyethylene consists of. In contrast to classic applicators, steel was not used for the spring mechanism.

Airless system in an aluminium can

The Italian company Lumson will be presenting Techno Airless Aluminum (TAL) at CosmeticBusiness, a revolutionary new product according to the manufacturer. The packaging is designed to functional advantages of an airless system with the diverse Decoration options for an aluminium can connect. This system guarantees maximum protection of the recipe.

TAL stands for sustainable innovation: the packaging is simply and cleanly recycled by separating the polypropylene pump and overcap from the aluminium can and disposing of the individual components in the appropriate container. According to Lumson, both materials are 100 per cent recyclable.

The Innovative pump system reduces the amount of material used and the production costs with comparable or even improved fine foam quality, according to the manufacturer. In addition to the sophisticated foam technology, the SFD pump body also includes a transport safety device and a leakage safety device. Handling is user-friendly.

Luxury and high gloss packaging

„Go green: Packaging with sustainable finishes from Edelmann
„Go green“: Edelmann has expanded its Luxury and High Gloss packaging segment to include a variety of sustainable finishes. (Image: Edelmann)

„Go green“: This is the motto under which Edelmann has Luxury and high gloss packaging with a variety of sustainable finishes. By applying the „Offset high gloss varnish“ spot varnishing or full-surface varnishing is possible during the production process. According to the manufacturer, you get a long-lasting, glossy result.

With the „Offset soft-touch lacquer“ spot varnishing is also possible in contrast to film lamination. The lacquered surface creates a pleasant, velvety-soft feel - and does so in a way that conserves resources and protects the environment. without film, as Edelmann emphasises. Visitors to CometicBusiness can find out about innovations in paints and varnishes as well as existing technologies at the company's stand.

[infotext icon]CosmeticBusiness is the international trade fair in Europe where the cosmetics industry meets exclusively with its suppliers and finds solutions for the development of all kinds of cosmetic products, from active ingredients to production and packaging. Last year's trade fair for the cosmetics supply industry featured 449 exhibitors and represented companies from Germany and abroad. This year's CosmeticBusiness will be held from 30 September to 1 October 2020 at the MOC Munich[/infotext].