Knowledge Base

What is the difference between a lotion pump and an airless pump?

Recently we had a conversation with one of our premium cosmetic skincare customers on the key differences between a lotion pump and an airless pump...

Cosmetic Glass vs Pharmaceutical Glass: What's the Difference?

When choosing glass packaging for your product, it’s important to understand the differences between cosmetic and pharmaceutical glass. While both types...

What is PCR Packaging?

PCR means Post-Consumer Recycled material  - in simple terms, it is packaging that is being given a second...

In Depth: Cosmetic Dropper Pipettes (Part 3 of 3)

The bulb is possibly the most critical part of the product, as it...

In Depth: Cosmetic Dropper Pipettes (Part 2 of 3)

Pipettes are a commonly used closure in a range of different industries, one of which is cosmetics/skincare. However...

In Depth: Cosmetic Dropper Pipettes (Part 1 of 3)

Pipettes are widely used in both the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries - but while...

Introduction to IHS Seals - When to Use Them (and When Not To)

Induction Heat Sealing is a way of hermetically sealing a laminated disc to the top of a plastic or glass container. Done right, it provides...

What is Sugarcane Bioplastic?

Sugarcane bioplastic is widely used for skincare packaging...

What is Elephant Grass Bioplastic?

Elephant grass biopolymer is a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics...

Prevented Ocean Plastic

Prevented ocean plastic is being used more and more...

What is a Shive?

Our team get asked this question a lot...

Which is Better, Direct Printing or Clear Labelling?

When you're going through the design process for any new pharmaceutical or skincare range, this is a question that often comes to mind...

It's Hot! - and PET Bottles Don't Like It

PET is a very sensitive material, which seems suprising. With the current weather in the UK being comparatively very hot, some...

Glass Packaging Defects and How to Identify Them

Defects in the construction of your glass bottles and jars are relatively rarely seen these days, with the huge improvements in quality control. However, when...

Why Successful Cosmetics Brands are Suddenly Taking Mini Tester Packs Seriously

In a luxury market where a discerning consumer thinks nothing of paying £25 or more for a single jar of face cream, premium brands used to offer testers at the beauty counters of every high street retailer. But those...

What is Sulapac?

Bio-based materials are being used more and more for Skincare, and Sulapac is a market leader...

Packaging Industry Commentary - The Recyclability of Aluminium

There are many arguments around the features and environmental benefits of different materials...

Technical Commentary - What is Blooming or Weathering on Glass Containers?

A glass container may sometimes be affected by a phenomenon is known as "weathering" or "blooming” which occurs due to the presence of water on...

Packaging Decoration Focus - Acid-Etching and Frosting

This is a process where regular, clear glass is transformed into a translucent aesthetic, which ultimately reduces clarity but allows light to...

Packaging Decoration Focus - Embossing/Debossing

Embossing or debossing is an innovative way to include your branding on your packaging. Offering a tactile dimension to your product...

Airless Dispensing - Protecting your product

Airless packaging has become a necessity for sensitive formulations, with particular focus on the skincare, cosmetic, and personal healthcare industries...

Foam Dispensers and Soft Touch Bottles

Our foam dispensers are a non-aerosol way of dispensing liquid into a foam. They feature two chambers, one for liquid and one for air...

Diptube Terminology Explained

Getting the correct length of a foam pump or atomiser is really important to the final...

The magical GlassPET explained

When it comes to container material, and your specification is something premium...

What is a pipette?

There are many different packaging terms out there, and it can all become...

Disctops vs. Fliptops - what is the difference?

The name really says it all! But what are the points of...

How glass bottles are made

When it comes to the actual process behind the finished product, do you know what went...

Do you know the different seal types?

When it comes to necks and seals and threads and compatibility do you have enough...

Traditional Ribbed Pharmaceutical Pipettes vs Smoothwall Cosmetic Pipettes

When it comes to choosing which pipette type to choose it can be difficult...

Why use Airless?

Airless dispensing offers a superior method of delivery for premium...