Sustainable packaging, the alternative to cosmetic and perfume containers

Protecting the environment means using recyclable products. In the cosmetic industry (with a turnover of 6,819 million Euros in Spain in 2017 according to data by the National Perfumery and Cosmetics Association), the trend is moving towards sustainable, environmentally-friendly and/or recyclable containers and packaging accessories. This explains why beauty brands are increasingly more committed to environmentally-friendly packaging and ecological and natural components. The objective is to satisfy the growing demand, which is increasing between 8% and 10% a year all over the world, according to the latest report by the Grandview Research consultants.

The recyclable product concept has become increasingly more important for Rafesa in the last few years, mirrored by the inclusion of containers and accessories, such as environmentally-friendly caps, in our catalogue. We have more than 35 years of experience in the industry, in the course of which we have learned to identify and know the market needs and have also gleaned first-hand knowledge of the trends and the best options for each customer and need.

PET (polyethylene terephthalate) is one of the most sought-after and supplied materials in the beauty industry. It is 100%-recyclable and is also a very strong material. Cosmetic industry companies have committed heavily to this material thanks to its good compatibility with most of the ingredients used in the formulation of creams, lotions, oils and other cosmetic products.

Recyclable and environmentally-friendly containers are the perfect ally for cosmetic companies. They are sustainable products which follow the trends in packaging without foregoing innovation in design, always fulfilling the needs of each product.