Bio-based cosmetic tubes: Case study with Hands on Veggies
Cosmetic packaging made from sugarcane-based bio-PE
Packaging solution made from sugarcane-based I'm green™ bio-based polyethylene (PE) for certified natural cosmetics from Austria.
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Cosmetic packaging made from sugarcane-based bio-PE
The organic cosmetics brand Hands on Veggies taps into the variety of the vegetable garden. Vitamin powerhouses such as kale, pumpkin, carrots, and artichoke find their way directly into these care products. All cosmetic products are purely plant-based and so is the packaging! For its cosmetic tubes, the Austrian natural cosmetics brand relies on sugarcane-based bio-polyethylene (PE), I’m green™ bio-based PE from Braskem. As an official direct distributor and compounder, FKuR Kunststoff GmbH (Willich, Germany) supplies the tailored bio-PE compounds for tube manufacturing.
The cosmetic tubes are recyclable in the existing polyethylene (PE) stream.
Properties & Advantages: Why Bio-PE is the ideal solution for cosmetic tubes
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Direct decoration on the tube no additional outer packaging required
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Resource-efficient: Based on renewable raw materials (sugarcane)
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Excellent barrier & protective properties
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Identical haptics & flexibility
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Food & cosmetics compliant
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Drop-in solution: Seamless processing on existing extrusion and printing lines without costly retooling
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Fully compatible with the existing polyethylene (PE) recycling stream
Are you looking for suitable materials for your packaging? Would you like to learn more about using Bio-PE in packaging applications? Discover more details about our bioplastic compounds for tubes.
Mechanical Properties of Bio-PE for Cosmetic Tubes
Tubes made of bio-based polyethylene (PE) have excellent mechanical properties, such as a better barrier effect against water.
Processing & Direct Printing without Secondary Packaging
The tubes made from bio-based PE, I’m green™ bio-based PE, are easy to print on, making them highly attractive even without outer packaging. This is how Hands on Veggies creates stunning designs with expressive images and great attention to detail. Each product becomes a work of art. Let them adorn your bathtub rim.
Sugarcane based Tubes: Recycling & Circular Economy
The bio-based polyethylene I’m green™ bio-based PE by Braskem made from the renewable resource sugarcane, is ideal for the extrusion of cosmetic tubes. The mechanical properties and recyclability of this bioplastic match those of conventional petroleum-based PE grades. Consequently, it can be used in identical applications and is recyclable within the established PE waste stream. Vegetables are the cornerstone of the Austrian organic cosmetics brand Hands on Veggies. Driven by a commitment that extends beyond product formulations, the company packages its organic cosmetics in bioplastic tubes made from I’m green™ bio-based PE. By choosing these bio-based tubes, Hands on Veggies achieves a holistic packaging strategycreating tangible added value and demonstrating a consistent commitment to environmental responsibility.
Processing & Recycling: Drop-In Solution for Existing Production Lines
The bio-based plastics in the I’m green™ bio-based PE portfolio serve as direct drop-in solutions, replacing conventional raw materials without requiring capital expenditure in new processing machinery. All blow-molding grades combine the necessary mechanical and barrier properties with chemical resistance and excellent printability, ensuring high shelf appealeven without secondary packaging.
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Case Study
Hands on Veggies Cosmetics
“The era of petroleum-based plastic is over. It is long past time for new solutions made from renewable resources. FKUR is a major driver of this innovation and has provided us with very competent support in selecting the right packaging material for our products.”
