Month: March 2024

From Ansa.it
Neurocosmetics, skincare now focuses on “feeling good”
The macro-trend at Cosmoprof, more than anti-ageing, people are looking for longevity and health in creams

We no longer speak of anti-ageing cream, which fights ageing, but of longevity cream that improves the appearance of skin that inexorably matures (unless we resort to cosmetic surgery but that is another story), we no longer seek the perfect body but the healthy body in the real world while on the digital world, of social networks, filters of all kinds bounce around about us.
Everything is talked about, everything is integrated and therefore the ingredients, the actives that are sought must go in this dual internal-external direction.

It is the aspirational era of wellbeing, of feeling good before any other achievement, and cosmetics too are adapting. The main point of observation for the entire sector on an international level, from cosmetics to aesthetics, from nails to machinery, from hair to formulation and even packaging proposals, is Cosmoprof, the trade fair that is a format of Italian excellence in the world that closed its 55th edition on 24 March at the Bologna Exhibition Centre with 69 countries present and an uninterrupted flow of professional visitors. And it highlighted this macro-trend as well as many other novelties presented in previews that ANSA was able to see.

The change is taking place to the point of calling it a new “neurocosmetic” market into which psychodermatology is also entering. The aim is to stop oxidative stress in the skin, but also the emotional stress that hurts us, and on the packaging of creams and serums it says “calm and protect”, “sleep well” “replenish and boost” almost like pharmacy supplements. The creams also measure their effectiveness in application: it is not just a matter of texture but of relaxing gymnastics in use and that too contributes to the de-stress objective. Restoring the microbiome, the flora of good bacteria, is also a task of new skin care formulations such as those with patented dermoscosmetics by Jonzac, the Latvian Gmt with blue lotus, and the Apulian excellence N & B, whose self-regenerating cream, a slow ageing treatment, was awarded a prize on 22 March.

Sustainability is a market demand of a demanding and aware consumer, but also a production necessity to remain at the forefront in a sector that is increasingly green globally. This also brings to the forefront Italian companies that are recognised the world over, both for being in business and therefore known to all, and for being, as they say in the jargon, subcontractors, i.e. they carry out the entire process for others who then affix their brand name (this is why some names are not familiar to us, but are very famous in the sector) or sell only on their e-commerce: B-certified companies that think about sourcing ingredients in their own regenerative agriculture cultivation, pioneering companies in the world such as the Parma-based Davines chaired by Davide Bollati that has an agri-voltaic project of industrial plant engineering “that we want to put forward for approval as a Fai good” and such as the Salento-based Natural is better of Domenico Scordari, the aloe guru, also here in a regenerative agriculture field and with a territory including luxury resorts. Also in the Cosmetica Italia umbrella is the Bari-based Pdt Physio Natura of professional natural beauty treatments, and then again the Bergamo-based Albogroup, which has turned sharply towards solid soap, presenting at Bologna Solid.O an entire range with 93% natural ingredients, from make-up remover to intimate hygiene to shaving foam.

Denmark’s LastObject took home three Oscars with its sustainable inventions: a kind of cotton bud that can be washed indefinitely, cleaning pads made of natural materials that remove make-up and even nail polish with water and are reusable, and micellar water that can be made at home by combining powder with plain drinking water.

The sun care macro-trend has also exploded, much more than sun cream. The protection factor is everywhere, with real treatments to be applied 15 days before exposure and continued from the 16th day to limit spots and even out the tan (such as the winning Revital summer longevity by Rhea of Lombardy). At Lepo, 50+ is in the niacinamide and rice starch Bb cream with sea-friendly filters, or in the make-up that is also beauty care by the South Korean Elroel, directed by the famous make-up artist Yanghee Yoo, one of the most innovative of K-beauty, beauty made in Korea, thanks to products that are always special and act as a beacon (at Cosmoprof, it also presented its debut in skin care with a line with marine collagen and hyaluronic acid and another with niacinamide in trend with the glass skin, i.e. hydrated, transparent, almost shiny skin) and plans to land in Italy after an event at Milan Fashion Week.

Textile cosmetics, on the wave of Asian fabric masks imbued with active ingredients, is not limited to the face. The Bergamo-based B-Selfie entered among the trendy innovations at Cosmotrend with a black jumpsuit that is worn at night as a containment for a cream based on allantoin, a soya extract, capable of mimicking an endurance workout, defining the body while sleeping and toning cellular fibres.

Author: Alessandra Magliaro

Going green means travelling and living with the planet in mind. Albogroup dedicates its solution to sustainable accommodation through solid cosmetics.

Sustainable tourism and innovation: the solid cosmetics revolution

Tourists hunger to learn about the world, discover cultures and places, and increase their personal sensitivity to respect for the Earth. Hence the need for respectful tourism, starting with the choice of hotel. This is the reason for the boom in green bookings.

The use of renewable energy and recycling of resources are important elements, but often we get lost in the details, effectively thwarting our efforts to appear greener. Herein lies the key to solid hotel cosmetics; the customer embraces a sometimes new philosophy and feels an active part of the change. Here are the reasons for the choice.

Change in consumer mentality

What once appeared to be just ugly images to watch on TV are now sad everyday realities. The climate crisis affects scorching summers, microplastics infect fish feed and entire populations suffer from thirst. Reality has surpassed imagination.

The traveller is an increasingly conscious consumer in this respect and therefore feels the need to do something. Environmental sustainability therefore goes beyond pure ethics to become a real necessity. Cosmetics, also in the hotel sector, is called upon to respond to the need for change but without renouncing the quality of personal care.

Advantages of solid cosmetics

Respect for ecosystems is the spark that ignited the desire for green solutions; this also applies to modern solid cosmetics. What is the weight of this choice in practice?

Depriving it of water allows the product to perform better for the same weight. A simple example: a 15 gram bar can suffice for at least 2 showers, the liquid equivalent would be completely insufficient.

The solid travels more easily, takes up less volume and is not tied up in tight containers. Simply dry the lump and store it with a sheet of recyclable paper. Respecting the environment becomes a convenient option.

Reducing plastics

About 9 million tonnes of plastic are found in the world’s seas. The degradation cycle takes decades and is never complete, the outcome being microplastics that pollute the marine flora. The result is to find plastic even on our plates at the dinner table.

Turning from liquid to solid cosmetics makes it possible to eliminate the need for plastic packaging. It is no coincidence that major brands have revolutionised the way they offer tourism. Straws, glasses and cutlery have become biodegradable. More and more hotels are adopting reusable dispensers and contemplating solid cosmetics among the amenities offered to guests. Plastic becomes a memory.

Contribution to a sustainable future

Revolutionizing means changing perspectives in a more comprehensive way. Efforts towards more sustainable tourism are just the response to a need that is spreading like wildfire in every sphere of common living. The conscious traveller is a citizen who demands greater respect for the environment in every other sphere.

The ecological theme is not only embraced when visiting alpine glaciers or an oceanic atoll, the renewal is about mentality. Adhering to solid cosmetics triggers a new vision of enterprise, based on values but also, and above all, on the resulting savings logic. There is a lot of innovation and research in materials behind it, but the investment is worth it.

Albogroup: pioneers in solid contract and eco-friendly cosmetics

Underlying this are more than forty years of active engagement in the industry; only this know-how can fuel such a forward-looking perspective on the near future.

Solid cosmetics is the result of continuous research, years of technological study and modernisation of machines and procedures. The result is a high-performance industry, but above all based on environmentally friendly processes.

Being first has the advantage of accumulating more experience, which is why Albogroup plays a leading role in solid production. Working alongside hotels is the way to spread the culture of solid cosmetics around the world, but there is also an effervescent third-party production.

SOLID.O ORIGINAL: innovation in solid cosmetics for every need

The idea behind the SOLID.O ORIGINAL line is to produce a cosmetic tool devoted to versatility; its compact dimensions allow effective cutting even in packaging. The real secret, however, lies in its composition, here technology has enabled performance comparable to traditional liquid.

The INCI speaks for itself, the formulation is natural to meet the growing green need, and the percentage of water is very low. This is the recipe for a range dedicated to the well-being of the planet.

Shower gel, conditioning shampoos, solid shaving, make-up remover, intimate cleanser and men’s shaving products are just a few declinations. Commitment to the base is the common ingredient.

The adoption of solid cosmetics by hotels is not only an emerging trend in sustainable tourism, but represents a conscious choice towards a more environmentally friendly future. Albogroup, with its guest amenities lines, represents the vanguard of this revolution, offering products that combine innovation, sustainability and quality.

The reduction of water consumption and the elimination of plastic from cosmetics packaging are significant steps towards reducing the ecological footprint of hotels, and demonstrate how it is possible to offer luxury hospitality without compromising ecological values.

Microplastics are a sad reality and climate change now threatens water. Albogroup, alongside the hotels, is committed to a quality path that promotes respect for the environment, favouring the use of solid cosmetics to reduce waste and pollution.

The urgency of water-conscious consumption in the cosmetics industry

More than 2 billion of the world’s citizens share a severe water shortage: when faced with this fact, one cannot look the other way. But the UN figures are merely a snapshot of what climate change holds in store for the near future.

Now is the time to act; avoiding the point of no return is also a priority for the modern cosmetics industry. The boom in solid products is not an accident or one of many fads, it is a possible solution. The idea is simple but requires articulated technology.

Solidifying a cosmetic means depriving it of almost all water, saving precious resources. The need for plastic packaging is also eliminated; recyclable paper is sufficient. Reducing water consumption saves resources for other uses, and also saves the environment and the seas from pollution. Choosing solid cosmetics is a valuable gesture.

Innovation and sustainability: the transformative power of solid cosmetics

Reducing the impact on the environment is as fundamental as respecting one’s own body. The quality of treatments is not a detail and solid cosmetics does not disappoint in this respect.

The result of research in the field, Albogroup’s proposal stems from the combination of intuition and the desire to offer products that respect the environment and health. Nature and technology are the only ways forward.

Years of theoretical and technical planning made it possible to start industrial production but based on natural principles, resulting in a cosmetics far removed from the traditional chemistry of preservatives and much closer to nature’s ingredients.

The result is a high-performance proposal, capable of guaranteeing high standards but above all of satisfying the demand for natural products. Solid cosmetics, in fact, is destined to transform habits by providing a viable alternative.

Solid cosmetics in hotels: towards sustainable hospitality

Green accommodations are an increasingly sought-after reality; customers have become so environmentally aware that they are moving towards lower-impact solutions.

If the energy issue is one of the most considered fields, the water footprint is also among the elements to be taken into account. Mediterranean tropicalisation and summer droughts are warnings that have already become a reality. Reception can only turn towards sustainable choices.

Respecting the environment means reducing transport; here, solid cosmetics offers a virtuous example of how dry formulation can cut several items of expenditure. Solid means that the product can reduce transport costs.

The yield over time is another important element; the 15 grams of a solid cosmetic bar contain a much more generous potential use than the same amount of liquid product. The difference counts.

Solid hotel cosmetics Solid.O Original line

Albogroup demonstrates an active commitment to the solid cosmetics sector, which is evidenced by the wide range of products the brand offers. Preferred channels are dedicated production for hotels but also extend to contract customisation for large-scale distribution.

Shower gels, shampoos and conditioners, hair conditioners as well as intimate cleansers and make-up products are only part of what the solid range has to offer. The ingredients are natural plant extracts and butters, enriched with oils, vitamins and proteins to ensure a healthy routine.

The irresistible detail lies in the format; the Solid.O Original line embraces the 15-gram standard. A simple bar combines convenience with the efficacy of a safe treatment. The special design of the solid bar allows it to be conveniently divided into two halves, so convenience doubles. Simple ideas can make all the difference.

Benefits of water-saving cosmetics: between health and environment

Why can a solid cosmetic be more natural? What distinguishes it from its liquid alter ego? These are more than legitimate questions when approaching the reality of solid.

The secret lies in the strong reduction of the water content; the anhydrous product is much less susceptible to attack by bacteria and therefore guarantees greater stability of the natural ingredients. The INCI can therefore do without parabens and other preservatives, which are necessary in liquid products.

Health benefits, but the environment can also regenerate. In addition to low water consumption in production, the impact in transport is also optimised. For the same volume, the movement of solid cosmetics ensures a much higher utilisation rate.

Then there are the more practical implications: a solid bar travels in a bag without any problem, weighs less and even lasts longer. One wonders: couldn’t the solid revolution have come sooner?

Our commitment at Albogroup to promoting the use of solid cosmetics in hotels is not only an important step towards a more sustainable form of hospitality, but also a concrete, cutting-edge response to the challenges generated by climate change and the global water crisis. Our choice to minimise water consumption and eliminate plastic packaging by opting for solid products is a sign of responsibility towards the planet, reflecting an increased environmental awareness on the part of both consumers and businesses.

This approach does not sacrifice the quality or effectiveness of the treatments offered, demonstrating that it is possible to reconcile respect for the environment and self-care.

Investing in the future means placing the right value on resources; Albogroup works for careful cosmetics.

We believe that the level of service and attention to economy can also coexist in quality reception, constantly improving hotel amenities to ensure an exceptional experience for our guests.

Water consumption in hotels: data and implications

Studies speak for themselves: water consumption is much higher in hotels than in private homes. If at home we consume an average of 250 litres of water per person, the figure becomes more than double in a hotel.

As many as 645 litres per capita can be explained in relation to the services that the accommodation facility provides; wellness centres and swimming pools are just some of the areas that require the most water. The ENEA data focus on one of the thorniest aspects in terms of both cost and impact on the environment.

Strategies and tips to reduce water consumption in hotels

Water is the real gold of the near future. The principle is well understood by hotels that are increasingly aiming in the direction of green resource management. Optimisation is open on several fronts: it starts with technologies for saving but also extends to the modification of routines.

Albogroup contributes to cutting waste by offering the solid cosmetics alternative. Reduced costs in handling and transport go hand in hand with better optimisation of water and product. This is a small but valuable step; here are some effective steps.

Towards a sustainable future: solid shampoos, conditioners and shower gels for hotels

The past is just a memory, the liquid cosmetics of tradition make way for solid innovation. A true concentrate of natural ingredients, solid cosmetics are the solution that promises greater convenience with less water consumption.

More than 40 years’ experience in the field and active, ongoing modernisation have resulted in the solid cosmetics lines from Albogroup. Conditioners and shampoos, but also bath and shower gel and intimate hygiene solutions belong to an entirely dry offer.

This translates into optimised consumption, longer life and water savings. This is the secret behind the all-green success of the Solid.O Original line.

Use of dispensers

A sound theory only works if it supports practice in everyday life. It is enough to analyse a simple – and almost trivial – detail: what is the product waste and impact of disposable cosmetics in liquid form?

Opening a packet of liquid detergent means wasting the residual part, the part that will never be used, and losing some of it on the surfaces. This solution, besides being less practical, also proves to be more expensive in terms of cleaning.

Then there is the plastic container, a residue that can increase costs in terms of economy and impact on the environment. The dispenser offers the solution that can increase convenience and reduce water consumption itself; the simple refill triggers a virtuous cycle.

Encouraging the re-use of towels

There is water consumption visible to all but there are many other steps not always considered. The laundry department is one of the areas most involved in the water impact of hotel reception.

Incentivising the re-use of towels is the step that can also make an important contribution to cutting water consumption; to do this, all that is needed is to raise awareness through a few simple guidelines.

Providing a rack for towels to be washed and towel racks for those that can be reused, these are useful steps to optimise consumption in the laundry.

Pay attention to maintenance

If a state-of-the-art shower head can reduce the impact from 11 to 5 litres of water per minute, the costs of a leak in the system are likely to be much higher. Ensuring that systems are fully operational ensures their proper functioning but also helps to reduce waste.

Proper preventive management must not neglect the periodic check of drains and taps; it is in fact the smallest leaks that remain silent for too long. Renovation allows innovation, aiming at systems that are also more efficient in monitoring resources. Replacing an old tap can make way for automatically controlled solutions, savings being the most direct effect.

Education and involvement: the role of information campaigns

Raising awareness rhymes with saving, information plays an active role in optimising resources. Water is an important commodity, as long as everyone recognises its true value.

The most direct deduction is aimed at customers, where the use of brochures and practical tips can induce greater attention to water issues. Awareness-raising must, however, also culturally embrace the employee, offering the theoretical and practical tools for a less consumption-intensive management. Water is the real challenge in the near future, everyone can be an actor in it.

Investing in the future with environmental responsibility and sustainability is a commitment that we at Albogroup take very seriously. By introducing innovative practices such as solid cosmetics and adopting water-saving strategies, we have shown that it is possible to provide a quality service while respecting the environment and its precious resources.

Our vision goes beyond simply reducing consumption: we are committed to creating an accommodation experience that educates and engages guests and staff, promoting a profound cultural change towards sustainability.

Quality and respect can also coexist in cosmetics: this is the sense that Albogroup gives to each product. It takes technology and concrete commitment, that’s how.

Albogroup and the commitment to innovation: an ethical future in solid cosmetics

Looking at the past but with a view to the future, this was the choice that guides our direction. Albogroup cosmetics reinterpret the concept of solid cosmetics (also for third parties), taking the form but revolutionising the content.

What distinguishes a traditional soap bar from a solid cosmetic?

Everything, basically. The creation of a solid range is the result of a challenge, made up of a lot of research and maximum technological commitment. The planet has been shouting this for some time, but customers, who are now environmentally aware, are also demanding it.

Commitment means innovating production processes, investing ideas and resources in the manufacture of machinery in line with product targets. Solid cosmetics is a revolution in the natural, impossible to achieve without a perspective towards the future.

Several years of major changes but also more time spent on both formulation and production are the secret of an ethical choice, aimed at optimising resources by offering a viable alternative. What is the water impact of traditional cosmetics? Albogroup preferred to offer a solution, looking at hotels but also focusing on the daily beauty routine.

Courtesy lines for hotels and children

Thinking green is a fad of the past, now is the time to go green. How many hotels are there in the world and what is their impact on cosmetic consumption? Just ask yourself this simple question and you will realise.

Solid.O Original is the application of solid technology to the natural. The cosmetics line introduces the concept of solid cosmetics, revolutionising the personal care routine but doing so with the right focus on quality. Hospitality means offering the best.

The composition reduces the impact of traditional chemistry; the drastic reduction of water means doing without traditional preservatives. This opens up more space for organic ingredients; the effect is a real caress on the skin.

Revolutionising the INCI in a more natural key is the choice that led to the Solid.O Original lines in their adult and children’s versions. Shampoos, conditioners and shower gels are the solid cosmetics for adults, designed for more practical use in hotels. The Beba Lena & Friends lines combine gentle ingredients with a touch of fantasy, irresistible for the little ones.

Sustainable dispensers and toilets: Albogroup’s choice for hotels

Hotel amenities are the calling card that remains imprinted in the customer’s experiential memory, where even a fragrance is capable of stopping the memory in time. Every choice has its reason, the value of the offer is the answer.

Innovating means improving the concept of hospitality by paying more attention to detail. The guest is sensitive to quality and attaches value to the brand; the secret lies in standing out while reducing the impact in terms of costs and sustainability.

Here was born the intuition of an offer capable of ranging between several olfactory paths, designed to satisfy with fragrances that characterise the concept of toiletries. Quality meets optimisation, however, and the liquid cosmetics containers focus on the beauty of a design that is designed to ensure reuse over time.

If the dispenser lasts longer, the impact of plastics is reduced but the quality remains the same. Solid cosmetics offer a more environmentally friendly and smart tool in hotel management.

Codice Italia, Neroli, Pure White, Deep Black, Argan and Honami are just some of the hotel collections designed to enrich the reception with their own style.

Albogroup: a path of sustainability and social responsibility

The approach to innovation does not only look at the essence of the product; yes, formulations are important, but Albogroup’s commitment is to reinterpret the concept of cosmetics for hotels and for everyday use.

Moving towards a green approach means designing cosmetics that are health conscious, working on optimising ingredients. Embracing the solid solution is a choice that drastically reduces water consumption for a finally respectful impact.

Protecting the customer also means paying attention to packaging, from the optimisation of dispensers to the design of hotel amenities. The choice stems from the need to revolutionise the use of plastics in cosmetics, reducing their impact on the environment.

Conceptualising sustainability is not enough, we need a concrete commitment to follow a road studded with investments in resources and research. Optimisation is the way to achieve this, the environment demands it, but above all we owe it to the future of our generations. There are so many hotels around the world, and they only contribute part of the impact of cosmetics. The green revolution will love the Earth, Albogroup has already begun.

Albogroup is at the forefront of the cosmetics industry with a deep commitment to sustainable innovation and social responsibility. Our vision translates into a relentless pursuit of solutions that have a positive impact on both the environment and people’s daily lives.

With our solid cosmetics, we not only rewrite the rules of personal well-being, but also demonstrate that it is possible to combine quality, efficiency and respect for the planet. Our product lines, designed for hotels but also ideal for home use, are a tangible expression of a future in which every act of personal care contributes to a cleaner, more respectful world.