{"id":169737,"date":"2024-04-23T12:33:11","date_gmt":"2024-04-23T10:33:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ainia.com\/?p=167640"},"modified":"2025-05-19T16:27:55","modified_gmt":"2025-05-19T14:27:55","slug":"first-biotube-for-cosmetic-creams-made-from-maize-starch-beetroot-and-sugars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ainia.com\/en\/ainia-news\/first-biotube-for-cosmetic-creams-made-from-maize-starch-beetroot-and-sugars\/","title":{"rendered":"First biotube for cosmetic creams made from maize starch, beetroot, and sugars"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Germaine de Capuccini, Petroplast, Ferro, ainia centro tecnol\u00f3gico, and AIMPLAS<\/strong> have succeeded in manufacturing the first prototype of a biodegradable packaging for cosmetics<\/strong>. The challenge of the new packaging lies in replacing the plastics traditionally used in cosmetic product tubes with plastics of natural and biodegradable origin<\/strong>, something complex considering the long lifespan, close to three years, of beauty products compared to the gradual decomposition of biodegradable material.<\/p>\n

The prototype, unveiled today, has been manufactured from materials derived from renewable sources, specifically corn starch, beetroot, and sugars<\/strong>. Through fermentative processes and the use of microorganisms, various biodegradable materials with different properties have been obtained and mixed to form the new biodegradable packaging.<\/p>\n

After two years of research, the project participants expect that the bio-tube obtained will become organic matter in less than six months<\/strong> and can be treated in a composting plant.<\/p>\n

The biodegradation process begins upon contact with microorganisms under composting conditions, which find a carbon source in these materials to thrive. This presents an alternative to the current environmental management of cosmetic packaging waste, which is primarily based on recycling<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Flexible packaging that preserves the properties of the cosmetic cream<\/h2>\n

Through the combination of different biodegradable materials, we are working for the first time to ensure that the packaging lasts throughout the entire long lifecycle of a cosmetic product, estimated at three years.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, we have managed to maintain the properties of cosmetic creams by incorporating functions that preserve the scent and protect the product from moisture<\/strong>, thus preventing product weight loss. The bio-tube is completely flexible, just like conventional cream packaging.<\/p>\n

\u201cNatural packaging\u201d for \u201cnatural cosmetics\u201d<\/h2>\n

The packaging<\/a> will contain a selection of natural cosmetics compatible with the achieved bioplastic. To achieve this, products based on active principles of vitamin C, a sunscreen filter, and a multiprotection facial cream made from organic white tea have been analyzed. Germain de Capuccini company expects to launch these products to the market in the second half of this year.<\/p>\n

Manufacturing validation<\/h2>\n

For its creation, the requirements of cosmetics regarding their packaging material have been determined by analyzing, through a combination of biodegradable material types, those most compatible with the product\u2019s requirements.<\/p>\n

Subsequently, tests have been conducted to validate the properties of the material, manufacturing technology, and the behavior of the packaging in contact with creams through accelerated studies under extreme temperature and humidity conditions.<\/p>\n

Project<\/h2>\n

The project, supported by the CDTI, represents a breakthrough not only for its ability to biodegrade without environmental impact but also for achieving, for the first time, total compatibility between this type of packaging and cosmetic products.<\/p>\n

Consortium partners<\/h2>\n