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How is soap made? Recipe and natural ingredients
The word soap comes from a type of stone, used by the Romans for cleaning themselves. The first soaps were saponins, made from berries, woody seeds and were prepared from wood ash. In the past, it was sold as a luxury product and was made in Venice, Marseille or Castile, but many people made it […]

Solid shampoo and eco-sustainability: what does it mean?
We look to the past but with an eye to the future. Albogroup is committed to producing a cosmetic range that is attentive to the balance of the body and the planet. This is where contract manufacturing comes from; the target market is Hotel Amenities but also quality retail. Design and precision timing are some […]

Natural vegetable soaps: characteristics and properties
Optimising ingredients to maximise revenues, this is in essence what has characterised certain industrial productions to the detriment of the customer. At Albogroup, we instead believe in production that puts natural ingredients at the centre of a green revolution; the environment and the customer gain, but above all the quality of the product. We like […]

How do you choose the right soap for your skin?
Ideally moisturised and in perfect balance against irritants, normal skin is probably a chimera that is only admired in advertisements. There are those who speak of luck and those who appeal to the magic of photo editing; at Albogroup, we believe instead in the results of research in the field. Our contract production of soaps […]

How to perfume your home naturally?
The language of fragrances is one that reaches the mind even before notes and words; fragrances evoke memories and enhance perceptions. We at Albogroup care so much about scented room essences that we give them exactly the space they deserve. Whether it is one’s own rooms or the spaces in which one feels at home, […]

Reduce Water Consumption with Solid and Water Saving Cosmetics
Solid.O Original focuses Albogroup’s ongoing commitment to sustainable cosmetics; its hotel product line sets the pace in the fight against water waste. Condensing innovation and tradition means developing a product that takes its cue from the past to revolutionise the near future. Here are some aspects of it. Water Saving Formulas for Green Cosmetics The […]

Plastics and Sustainability, a New Perspective on the Hotel Cosmetics Industry
More than 40 years of experience and an active commitment to quality cosmetics lead one to reflect on the impacts and perspectives of packaging. Where plastic is too often demonised, some considerations can be useful to look at its impact on the environment from a different point of view. Production and regeneration are things to […]

Flexible packaging for cosmetics: what are the advantages?
Knowledge of materials and full respect for the qualities of the product to be contained, these are the prerequisites for the creation of packaging that satisfies. The flexible formula is proving to be one of the most popular solutions, especially in cosmetics, and the advantages and possible shapes are convincing more and more customers. Albogroup […]

Cosmetics with biodegradable, recyclable and zero waste packaging
The commitment is the concrete one of those who put 40 years of experience at the service of others, innovation in cosmetics also passes through the packaging revolution. This is the point of view according to us at Albogroup, manufacturers of hotel toiletries. Biodegradable bottles and containers for cosmetics, what are they? Preferring recyclable plastics […]

Ph of soap: differences between basic and neutral acid
Starting from waking up and continuing during the course of the day, until just before going to sleep, we are used to using very different soaps and detergents. Soap for the hands and face, shower gel for the body, intimate cleanser and even shampoo for the hair. The systematic use of detergents and soaps on […]

Solid cosmetics: Discover the range of natural and ecological body care products
Solid cosmetics are a growing trend in the world of beauty and personal care. These products, made from natural ingredients, are eco-friendly, sustainable and environmentally friendly, providing gentle care for both the skin and the environment. In this article, we explore the wide range of solid cosmetics available on the market, including shampoos, shower baths, […]

Palm oil in cosmetics and RSPO certificate: what to know?
Present in various packaged foods and cosmetic products, but also used in the energy sector, palm oil has been the subject of much debate in recent years regarding its sustainability, and more. Despite an ever-increasing demand, due to the high yield of its cultivation and its specific properties, including cosmetic ones, palm oil does not […]

Liquid soap and cosmetics dispensers: guide to buying the best model
The market offers various possibilities, many of which are characterised by very sophisticated and special fragrances. Here, then, is Albogroup’s advice for your next choice of the best soap and liquid cosmetics dispenser for hotels. What exactly is a soap dispenser and how does it work? The dispensing device originated with the large-scale spread of […]

Intimate Cleanser in solid form: an eco-sustainable product for the personal care.
The Solid.O Original solid cosmetic line by Albogroup is enriched with a new and innovative product, the Solid Intimate Cleanser, now available in mini-size version for Hotels of 15 g. It is a plastic-free Intimate Cleanser, suitable for daily intimate hygiene, ensuring protection and respect for intimate parts. Its formula based on organic Chamomile and […]

What does a courtesy hotel line set include?
The lines of courtesy kits for guests are increasingly innovative and ecological. Up until now, hotel guests have always used small bottles but to safeguard the environment and to contain costs, the use of dispensers is becoming increasingly widespread. Today there is a new idea that revolves around courtesy kits, which is to offer well-being and […]

What are the differences between a liquid and solid soap?
Packaging optimisation and quality care are the constants for the entire production of third-party soaps made in Albogroup, the company with over forty years of experience in the sector. A focus on requirements and green ideas are the key concepts that draw on the past to project to the future, even in the choice between […]

How much does it cost to produce a line of cosmetics for third parties?
Having experience in the sector means focusing on resources and optimising them according to the target. Producing single-dose sachets of cosmetics for hotels, for example, as the Albogroup does, requires a targeted study. Here are some considerations in this regard. How to create a line of cosmetic products Considering the catchment area of Albogroup, the […]

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: what is it? Is it harmful?
Sodium laurylsophate (SLS) is a surfactant that has recently been in the spotlight. It can be found in body hygiene soaps. Knowing more about it is a good way to evaluate its actual impact on the body. Is it really that dangerous to health? Doing the research is the way to understand the subject. For […]

Argan Oil Shampoo: Beneficial properties for hair
The growing interest in Argan Oil is due to the multiple uses of this precious product of Mediterranean origin, now the basis of several cosmetics and characterised by a rich composition of active ingredients that for centuries have protected the skin and hair of Berber women. Argan oil for cosmetic use is produced by compressing the cold […]

Hotel courtesy line: how to choose the right ones?
Hotels are a place where people spend a lot of time, due to circumstances related to work or personal relaxation. For this reason, guests should see the hotel as a second home, a safe base where they can feel protected and pampered. A very simple and appreciated way to convey these feelings is to include […]

Solid cosmetics for the face, body and hair: what they are and why choose them
Low impact on the environment and respect for the natural balance of body and hair. These are some of the strengths behind a retro-flavoured choice. In fact, they are the products of the future: Albogroup is also this, with its line of solid cosmetics for hotels, also for customisation projects and for third-party productions. How […]

Cosmetic certifications: which are the most known?
In recent years, cosmetic companies are increasingly careful about the composition of the ingredients used to make their products. Many brands have decided to renew the formulation of cosmetics to provide customers with organic and eco-sustainable products that comply with the quality standards present on the national and international territory. For example, Albogroup, thanks to […]

Environmentally friendly and sustainable hotels
What is an eco hotel? Sustainability and energy saving. Concepts that have become part of our daily lives and that we find in many areas. Nowadays many tourist facilities invest their capital transforming. A transformation that cannot have as its sole purpose the guarantee of an efficient service to the customer, but that must take […]

Palm oil in cosmetics: where it is located and how it is produced
Palm oil is a vegetable oil mainly used in the production of food, cosmetics and biofuels. It is obtained from the fruit of the palm and is used in several products. Palm oil is a popular choice for cooking because it has a high combustion point and a neutral flavor. It is also a popular […]

Cosmetic plastic-free: what are they and where to buy them?
Plastic-free packaging consists of environmentally friendly packaging without the use of plastic. They are very popular because they contribute in a serious way to the reduction of the plastic in circulation and consequently of its disposal, with a considerable saving in terms of costs. Albogroup is a manufacturer of soap and cosmetics for hotels: it […]

Which is the different between productors and distributors in cosmetic?
Finding a cosmetic product for Hotel or a courtesy line for Hotel is very easy if you turn to specialized companies such as Albogroup. These products, so important and used, have behind them a very complex process of creation and marketing involving two different figures: manufacturer and distributor of beauty products and Hotel Amenities. Understanding […]

What does dermatologically tested cosmetic product mean
Very often when you are considering the purchase of a cosmetic product on the package you look for the words ‘dermatologically tested product’. You immediately think of an article that is safe for human health but what does it actually mean? What are the tests that are carried out and especially on whom. Let’s make […]

What’s a boutique hotel? Meaning, definition and examples.
The term “boutique hotel” defines an Luxory Hotels, generally not very large in size, with exclusive and personalized services. The expression was coined in the United States during the ’80s, to then cross the ocean and reach us: today boutique hotels are a type of accommodation much appreciated by travelers, as each of them is […]

What are the advantages of a solid conditioner shampoo?
More and more consumers are converting to solid shampoo, abandoning liquid cosmetics. But what are the advantages of solid shampoo, and what are the reasons that can push to its use? A solid shampoo is: ecological: is respectful of the health of ourselves and that of the planet zero waste: reduce plastic practical: it is […]

What is the best perfumer and scented water for Hotel?
Creating a classy atmosphere in the hotel and at home with the right room scents is essential to enhance first impressions and give a warm welcome. A good customer experience starts with the nose, without realizing it. They are the first emotions that invade you and immediately tell you without error what you need to […]

Body cream: how to use it and how to apply it correctly
Applying a cream to the skin every day has become for many an absolutely essential routine, because the skin not only needs hydration inside (which is achieved by drinking a lot of water), but also care outside. What if the hotel where you stay could offer a personalized line of body creams, with exclusive fragrances […]

What is it and how to use the shower gel to better cleanse the skin?
Every day, we use products for body hygiene, without necessarily asking why we use one type on the hair, another on the body and another on the face. Still, we would not think to use a shampoo every day on the body. The skin, in direct contact with these products, needs special care depending on […]

A cosmetic line for children also in the Hotel
Designed specifically to meet the specific needs of cleansing and care of the skin and hair of children and the result of a lot of research and experience in the field of Hotel Amenities. Beba Lena & Friends is the new cosmetic line dedicated to children and is produced by Albogroup, a leading company in […]

Production of Hotel Amenities third-party account: formulation Full Service
Many wonder what does it means process and produce for third-party account a specific custom cosmetic for hotels, which it must have specific characteristics of quality, price, materials , style and communication. For this reason the Albogroup professionists offer qualified staff to answer any question related to the service requested. In this case, it’s a […]

Eco-friendly packaging for cosmetics: what to know?
Filling and packaging cosmetics inside packaging is one of the key parts of the production and marketing process of these products. This is because the cosmetic must be protected from external agents (light and difference of humidity and temperature in the first place) to keep its properties intact, but at the same time must also […]

Pambianco Magazine talks about Albogroup ambient fragrances
Albogroup is also increasingly present in specialised communication for Hotels and even the latest issue of Pambianco Magazine Hotellerie, a specialist magazine for the hotel and hospitality sector in general, features some of our most selected and sophisticated products. In his beautiful article, Davide Deponti tells us about Matters of Feeling also in hotels. “The […]

What is and how do you read the olfactory pyramid of perfumes?
Apparently they may look similar, but in reality each perfume has its own personality with very peculiar characteristics. Creating a perfume is in all respects an art and it must be known, loved and understood as such. It is precisely because of this that Albogroup, an expert in perfumes, has created an olfactory within its company […]

Eco-organic cosmetic lines for children: which one to choose?
Caring for your child’s skin is especially important; skin irritations can be a nuisance for children. Which products to choose to combine the needs of respect for the skin and those of eco-sustainability? In order to ensure maximum safety for children and parents, it is advisable to rely on specific solid cosmetic lines for children designed to […]

Raw materials used for the production of natural cosmetics, what are they?
In recent years, modern cosmetics has decided to turn its attention to the rediscovery of natural and organic ingredients, trying to minimise the interference of chemistry in the creation of beauty products.
However, before stating that a cosmetic really follows these criteria, it is advisable to carefully read the label, made according to the INCI system, which […]

The different types of soap and its properties
Solid, liquid, flakes, scented, moisturising, black, marseille, artisanal… Soap is indispensable: there are a myriad of names to define it and it is available in many forms and for various uses. In Europe, every year, more than 850 thousand tons of soap are produced: Italy, England, Germany and France share 90% of the market. In Italy, 3.3 kilos […]

Elements of a cosmetic packaging for hotels
Going to a hotel, especially if you search for quality and well-being concept, customers want to obtain comfort and attention to their needs.
For this reason, great attention is paid to the hotel amenities and in particular to the line of cosmetic products that clients find in their room.
These are collections of hotel-specific cosmetics that must […]

How to create a custom cosmetic product line?
In recent years, more and more companies and distributors are launching their own line of personalised cosmetics, following the trends of the growing cosmetics market and opting for natural raw materials and attractive packaging. The result could be very positive for any activity that wants to expand its scope, but also negative in the event that […]

History of dispensers: what they are used for and most frequent uses
As its name indicates, the dispenser is used to dispense the cosmetic product making it easier to use the product ensuring its safety and safeguarding its properties. Shampoo, conditioners, bath gels, hair and body wash and liquid soaps are generally the most commonly used products in dispensers for hotels.
Designed in America in the 1980s, […]

5-star luxury hotel: what are the requirements?
When you are looking for an ideal place to relax, with well-defined time and spaces and a team of professionals on hand to meet your every need, the best solution has got to be a luxury hotel. This type of hotel is chosen not only for its elegance, comfort and numerous services but also and […]

What are hotel amenities and why are they important?
Low-cost flights and the limitations dictated by the coronavirus and on hand luggage have made hotel amenities even more attractive. Finding complimentary products in your room when you arrive at your accommodation help to make you feel at home and leave a lasting impression when you are travelling, often making the difference when choosing where to […]

Hotel soap and shampoo dispensers, how they work and where to buy them
It is now clear that to avoid the spread of disease and keep premises clean, contamination-free and safe, we need to wash our hands frequently. Convenient, handy and easy to use, the hotel soap or shampoo dispenser is a system designed to easily release soap, shampoo or hand disinfectant gel by pressing the pump located […]

THE ALBO GROUP BEAUTY ROUTINE THAT HELPS THE ENVIRONMENT
When the crisis becomes an opportunity. This is the case of Albo Group. In fact, the Bergamo-based company accepted the challenge launched by the health emergency, reinventing itself. Even on solid foundations. Founded in 1977, the group, alongside the historic production of cosmetic products for hotels, with every type of pasta, size, weight and packaging, now […]