Author: Giacomo

Behind the shape lies the revolution in cosmetics. Respect for the environment and impact on consumption are the cornerstones of a solution that looks towards the future. The form makes one think of the old soap bar, the substance speaks of something else entirely. Here are solid cosmetics. In our experience, we at Albogroup translate our know-how into amenities with high added value. Revolutions start with habits. Here’s how to change for the better with solid cosmetics for hotels.

What are solid cosmetics and how are they made?

Traditional soapmaking started with saponification, using animal or vegetable oils to create the soap base: solid cosmetics are not produced this way. They are solid lumps containing a low percentage of water, with a natural composition using natural oils and substances. These are not just solid soaps, but there are shower baths, shampoos and more.

Solid, sustainable cosmetics for hotels

All Albogroup’s experience is condensed into the Solid.O Original line. The solution conceived to introduce solid cosmetics through an attractive proposal but above all with a high level of quality. Thinking only of shower gel could be reductive; the line integrates the offer with shampoo and conditioner formulated to meet the different needs and preferences in hair and body care of each individual.

The contract production is designed to add value to hotel amenities but also aims at retail distribution. The line is joined by Beba Lena Solid.O Original products in a variant designed specifically for the more delicate skin of children. The future involves everyone.

Advantages of solid cosmetics

Starting to use them means a bit of a revolution in habits; liquid cosmetics is one of the most ingrained certainties in the daily routine. The solid alternative, however, offers multiple advantages; discovering them is the best way to understand their real value and take part in the new cosmetics revolution. Albogroup’s motto in this respect is “change your mind”.

Plastic free

Plastic is one of the most long-standing problems of the liquid cosmetics tradition; the effect is an indiscriminate accumulation that contaminates fish with microplastics and can form veritable islands in the oceans. Solid cosmetics are the way to finally say no more plastic; the liquid-free formulation allows for more environmentally friendly packaging. The greenest options are recyclable paper or cardboard, a breakthrough that can reduce the weight of plastics in the cosmetics industry. The turnaround can also start with one less container out of 400 million per year; it needs to start.

Last longer

Those who try them also fall in love with them for their convenience. You need to moisten them slightly to rub their contents into your hands before applying cosmetics. Their gentle foam leaves the skin and hair clean, but above all in balance. This is the experience of a single application of solid cosmetics. A classic lather allows the gesture to be repeated for numerous washes. The comparison with liquid cosmetics is practically impossible, the impact is better in the results and also less on the wallet. This is a good reason to switch to solid products.

They are very practical

Aeroplane, one word is enough to give a small insight into the added value behind solid cosmetics. Classic liquid formulations are a constraint for transport in cabin baggage. Switching to solid cosmetics means abandoning the worry of the 100 ml container or even the risk of its contents spilling into your bag. Practicality is not limited to the travel context as a pack allows space to be compressed so it can make room for the many other items in a bathroom. One can forget about inconvenient bottles cluttering the shelves above the bath or shower.

They are biodegradable and use less water resources

It also goes from 80% to around 15%, this is the comparison in water content between liquid cosmetics and the solid alternative. Considering shampoo alone, the cosmetics industry accounts for 1,350,000 litres of water in the global annual consumption. Then there is the commitment to clean cosmetics in the solid line; ingredients are selected and processed to ensure respect for both human and environmental health. The natural formula ensures that each component can follow a natural biodegradation.

How do you store solid cosmetics?

Solid products enjoy the advantages of low water content, creating conditions more compatible with natural preservation and therefore free of synthetic preservatives. The solid solution, however, requires some small precautions, starting with the way it is stored. While one can afford to leave the liquid detergent in its bottle in the shower, the solid cosmetic does not like damp environments. It is best to store it in a dry container; a cotton or linen cloth can also be used to help it dry.

The green revolution in the cosmetics sector has already begun, and solid cosmetics is the undisputed protagonist. A return to the origins that does not renounce innovation, focusing on the health of the individual and respect for the environment.

The Albogroup team is ready to guide you through this transformation by sharing all its know-how to offer products that not only respect the environment, but also provide superior skin and hair care and well-being. With the Solid.O Original line, you combine the effectiveness of high-quality cosmetics with sustainability, a winning combination for both hoteliers and their guests.

The future is in our hands, and it is through conscious, planet-friendly choices. By embracing change, we can ensure a cleaner, healthier world for future generations. Solid cosmetics are not just a fad, but a concrete step towards a more sustainable future.

Producing soaps by profession also means meeting the demands of environmentally friendly quality. Albogroup, with its experience in hotel amenities, is committed to ensuring that the product embraces the new requirements; solid cosmetics respond to the environment but also to the customer.

The expansion of the solid cosmetics market: challenges and opportunities

Talking about cosmetics in the future inevitably means embracing the issues of low environmental impact; liquid cosmetics cannot, in fact, boast of strong green characteristics: plastic packaging, massive use of water and the use of synthetic preservatives are, unfortunately, penalising elements.

Climate change and the large amount of plastic waste are realities that no longer leave one indifferent; hence the consumer has now acquired the necessary sensitivity to distinguish between green washing and a concrete commitment to support the planet.

As was the case with the advent of liquid detergents, we are faced with a new epochal change: the solid alternative is the solution that can turn things around. Here, solid cosmetics is both a field of confrontation and a new opportunity. There is still much to be done and, precisely for this reason, solid is an effective answer.

Overcoming cultural and technical barriers in solid cosmetics

The liquid formulation is associated with a well-established routine, one only has to think of a common intimate cleanser to associate it with a liquid product contained inside a plastic bottle. This brief example alone can give an idea of how habit constitutes a barrier to be overcome.

There is another fundamental element: not everyone masters the production technique and therefore quality is not always rewarded. Poor quality “experiments”, unfortunately, are a real limitation to the growth of a new habit.

Excellence is the only way forward; however, this requires a great deal of effort from the sourcing of the raw material to the production and packaging stages of the solid product. The skill lies in clearing the way for a new culture, based on sustainable consumption but without overburdening the market. The solution is possible.

Solidarity beauty: solid cosmetics at the service of the future

The recent pandemic has forced everyone to stop; the forced pause has served many to become aware of the big issues that directly affect us. The imbalance in the use of resources, the lack of concern for the Earth as everyone’s home and the disrespect for rural communities are issues that also affect the cosmetics industry.

Technology, combined with experience in production technology, is the missing link in a new cosmetics concept. Product formulations are based on the elements that nature is able to provide, which makes it possible to use zero-kilometre ingredients and to achieve a product that does not waste water resources.

Being sympathetic means not damaging ecosystems; plastic waste is among the main footprints of human life on Earth. Solid cosmetics renounces liquid formulation and rediscovers more nature-friendly packaging.

Versatile types and applications of solid cosmetics

The secret of their potential lies in the use of natural ingredients that naturally have a low water content: this is the case with waxes, butters and oils. Hence the galenic basis of the solid solution.

The applications of the solid type range far beyond the classic cleansing soap: shower gel and shampoo of various types, solid shaving cream, make-up remover and intimate cleanser are just some of the possible applications. Solid cosmetics also prove to be more versatile than liquid: it requires less effort to transport and is there just when you need it.

Albogroup contract solid cosmetics for hotels

Decades of experience is the ingredient that provides security for customers who turn to contract manufacturing. Solid cosmetics is not only an important sector for the Bergamo-based company, but above all a true brand extension.

Whether for a hotel or any other service, being able to offer a solid cosmetic means letting your brand travel far beyond the boundaries of your own reality. The choice of a natural solution can be combined with a particular fragrance that will evoke the brand experience in the future.

Offering quality means increasing brand authority because one’s image also depends on attention to detail. Investing in green solutions and demonstrating that they can work optimally is the way to commit to embracing the needs of a more conscious customer base. This is how detail can make a difference.

The world of solid cosmetics, as highlighted by Albogroup, is booming and represents a fundamental step towards a more sustainable and responsible future. The challenge is to overcome cultural and technical barriers, demonstrating that the quality and efficacy of solid products are equal, if not superior, to traditional ones.

Albogroup, with its decades of experience and commitment to hotel amenities, has proven that it is possible to produce solid cosmetics that not only respect the environment, but also offer high quality performance.

Going solid means embracing a real revolution in cosmetics. There are many doubts and many false legends about it. Albogroup offers its know-how at the service of those who want to make a difference. Here are the reasons for solid and eco-friendly cosmetics.

Green revolution with solid cosmetics

51 trillion is the number that describes the plastic particles polluting the global marine ecosystem. A considerable part of this number is due to the packaging of liquid cosmetics.

When the catch contains significant concentrations of waste in the sea, the problem is not just environmental but takes on the connotations of a direct threat to health. This is an important factor behind the change.

Then there is the rationalisation of water resources: the cosmetics industry requires a very large input of water and risks taking water away from sectors that cannot do without it. One wonders: is it really necessary to subtract water to add it to the formulation of liquid cosmetics if it is essential to produce our sustenance?

The solid turning point can only be the promoter of a clear change: thinking about plastic-free cosmetics means taking concrete action starting with everyday gestures. The time for green washing is over.

Advantages of solid cosmetics: efficiency and reduced impact

Just go back to the synthesis process of solid cosmetic products. Sometimes the solid is confused with the classic hand soap: the gap is really wide as the latest generation solid does not go through traditional saponification at all.

Solid cosmetics are based on natural galenics; great space is given to natural enrichments such as oils and butters that benefit the skin. All in more concentrated formulations than the classic liquid product.

Concentration means multiplication of efficiency: for the same volume, the solid cosmetic demonstrates far greater effectiveness. This results in an action comparable to all other formulations but reducing the impact in terms of production.

Although it is thought that solid cosmetics cost more than liquid cosmetics, one only has to try it to discover its greater yield. Solid also allows for green packaging; all you need is recyclable paper or cardboard to package it and forget the plastic.

Health impact and economic sustainability

The effectiveness of a solid cosmetic is due to its concentration, but it also owes much to its composition. The low water content makes the use of chemically synthesised preservatives unnecessary; it is in fact moisture that accelerates the process of bacterial colonisation of the product.

Avoiding the use of parabens and using more natural preservatives benefits the skin.

Practical use and versatility of solid cosmetics

From toothpaste to perfume, via shaving foam, shower gel and a variety of shampoos, the solid alternative is able to meet a wide range of needs. Ease of use is the ideal ally, simply rubbing the product onto wet skin like a classic bar of soap.

The versatility of the solid lies in the possible formulation of different solutions to meet various requirements.

Then there is the practical use in which a little care is needed: solid cosmetics are afraid of moisture, direct heat and sunlight. They should therefore be stored in a dry, breathable container to ensure a longer product life. A small wooden box may be perfect.

Albogroup Solid.O Original cosmetics line

40 years of experience in the industry is the best the brand can guarantee. The solid line is the result of a targeted and constant investment in cosmetics innovation. The project aims to provide a high standard of quality as this is the only way to return tangible results.

The aim is to spread the benefits of solid cosmetics among hotel amenities and especially for retail. The catalogue encompasses the classic shower gel and shampoo variants for women, but also extends to lines designed for men.

Solid.O Original is a dynamic project that is constantly evolving to provide quality production in variants that meet a variety of uses.

Albogroup, with over 40 years of experience in the industry, is positioned as a leader in promoting this green revolution in cosmetics. Our vision and dedication to providing high quality, environmentally sustainable and innovative products is a model for the industry and a hope for a cleaner, healthier future.

Choosing solid cosmetics means embracing a philosophy of living that is environmentally, health and efficiency conscious, confirming one’s commitment to a more sustainable and responsible future.

Even in a suitcase, the alternative to traditional liquid soaps describes the future. Albogroup has believed in quality solid cosmetics for years; the contract production lines confirm this. In hotels but also for travel, solid cosmetics make the difference.

The travelling solid cosmetics revolution

You know, the suitcase is the last real stress before closing the door and leaving. That’s when the usual uncertainties about what cosmetics to take with you arise each time; if you are travelling by plane, it becomes even more complicated.

The solution comes from modern cosmetics: what used to be liquid is now transformed into solid so as to ensure greater convenience when travelling. The risk of opening the bottle of shower gel in the suitcase or the maniacal attention to the glass perfume bottle thus become memories of the past.

The strengths can be summed up in three key words: practicality, lightness and speed. The approach to solid cosmetics has no comparison with the use of classic liquid. Then there are the mini formats that allow you to carry just the solid product you need.

The weight of water becomes superfluous, the solid also means a gain in luggage weight, and the suitcase is ready sooner.

What to have in your beauty case? The must-have products for your skin

Skin products are not the same in every season: this is the detail that does not go unnoticed every time you pack your suitcase, even more so when your destination is on the other side of the world.

However, there are the essentials, those products that endure out of necessity in cold climates as well as in warmer ones. Travel soap, a shower gel, a toothbrush and toothpaste are the must-haves in every suitcase.

Then there are the facial care products and intimate cleanser; these are also essential as they must respond exactly to the characteristics of the skin. Sun and cold protection but also insect repellents are other products not to be forgotten.

However much you want to give something up, these are the essentials to pack. That’s why consider the solid alternative.

Hair care on the go: solid and mini-sized products

The hair, like any other tissue in the body, needs proper care even when travelling. An effective approach in this direction must necessarily pass through proper cleansing of the hair: solid is able to respond perfectly to this need.

The absence of water makes it possible to obtain formulations free of aggressive preservatives. Then there is the delicacy of a natural formulation, the solid products are in fact obtained by processes that do not involve the use of SLS, SLES and parabens.

Solid cosmetics from Albogroup to take on the road

The beauty of this solution lies in their size. In addition to the sense of dosage, the Solid.O Original line starts with a search for balance in the ingredients. The result is a pleasant feel and increased hydration of the skin.

The compact size does the rest; the possibility of breaking the product into mini bars allows for more convenient use when travelling. As you know, solid storage must take place away from water so this allows you to use only the product you need.

The body shower and intimate cleanser are the articles that the brand dedicates to every type of need, even when travelling. Among the various solutions, the energising and revitalising ones are ideal for getting the right supply from the natural extracts they contain.

In addition to the women’s range, the Man line offers the solid alternative for body and hair as well as for shaving and beard care. Added to the variety of solutions is the green packaging of a product that truly respects the environment.

Solid shampoo and conditioner

Enrichments to an already natural formula include Shea butter, Argan oil, Olive oil and rice proteins. This is how the balance of simplicity underpins the lines that Albogroup dedicates to hair care.

The gentle solution with Argan oil and Panthenol is also particularly suitable for dry hair. The Solid.O Original range also includes the fortifying Solid Hair Conditioner with Linseed oil and Sweet Almond oil. Their advantage starts with practicality in the suitcase but is confirmed in the daily routine.

The solid cosmetics revolution represents a practical solution for travellers and an important step towards environmental sustainability. With the cosmetics lines it promotes, Albogroup shows how it is possible to combine quality, practicality and respect for the environment.

Due to their concentrated nature and lack of water, solid products significantly reduce the weight and space required in luggage, eliminating the risk of spills and damage to luggage. These products are an ideal choice for frequent travellers, offering a solution for daily personal care even on holiday.

Solid cosmetics are the cultural revolution, both in hotel amenities and in everyday home use. The advantages are many, but some care is needed to make the most of them. Albogroup offers its know-how, also producing courtesy lines for hotels. Here is our advice on the subject.

Albogroup’s solid cosmetics: discover the courtesy lines for hotels

Protagonists in the green selection for the beauty routine at home, solid cosmetics are also the convenient choice when travelling and staying in a hotel. Hence the company’s emphasis on the solid cosmetics line; it represents the turning point for a more eco-friendly future.

Experience in the guest amenities sector for hotels is combined with a choice aimed at optimising resources. In fact, solid cosmetics was created to combine the need for green products, both in composition and environmental impact: eliminating water means minimising plastic packaging but above all not wasting this important resource. The environment thanks you.

Shower gel, shampoo and conditioner are some of the products in the hotel range. The format in 15-gram bars allows for practical division so that they can be easily reused: you do not waste the product you do not need and you keep it in the best possible condition for later use.

How to store solid shampoo?

Preservation is a particularly important aspect, especially when the focus is on shampoo in solid form. With a low water component, the solid formulation is characterised by a classic vegetable oil composition.

It is nature that requires some special care when storing the product; ideally, it should be kept dry. For example, store it inside a special container, perhaps made of natural materials such as wood.

Solid shampoo does not like environments that are too hot (burning radiators and sunlight, for example) and containers where water stagnates. Preventing the presence of water in the packaging improves its preservation.

Methods of conservation in the bathroom and when travelling

The best way to pack cosmetics in a suitcase is the same way that was once used for the classic travel soap, even a tin container would do as long as there was no trace of water in it. Whether storing them in a suitcase or in the bathroom at home, the composition of solid cosmetics must be respected in order to store them best.

The ideal routine at home should consist of storing the product in a water-free container, a small bamboo box would be perfect. When travelling, a cardboard box is handy.

Ideally, you should use the solid cosmetic after dividing it into single doses, as with experience you learn the quantity required for each application. In this way, the remainder can be left away from moisture.

Post-use drying tips

Solid cosmetics are products that prefer natural drying. After use, they only need to be left to hang to dry ideally.

Cotton nets can be particularly useful; besides being pleasing to the eye, their natural fibres allow the product to breathe ideally and avoid the use of non-natural fibres. Drying takes place naturally in the air.

Recommended and Avoidable Materials

The rule is “if natural, it is better”, solid detergents require special care in the choice of materials. Plastic would be the material to avoid, admitting it with reservation only if it is to recycle a container from other uses.

The classic ceramic soap dish may not be the best idea, the material prevents the natural exchange of air, therefore, it may encourage moisture inside to the detriment of the solid detergent.

Living materials, wood for example, are preferable. A cotton cloth bag would also make a good container and could also be used as a skin scrub.

Where to store solid soap once it has been used?

When travelling, the single-dose option is the perfect solution. You use as much as necessary, avoiding waste and saving leftover product for later use.

Proper storage of solid cosmetics is a key element in maintaining their properties and effectiveness over time. Following Albogroup’s advice can make all the difference in terms of product durability and quality.

Through these simple but effective storage practices, Albogroup solid cosmetics not only retain their qualities, but also become indispensable allies for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly beauty routine, both at home and on the road.

Hotel amenities is a field that suffers more than others from the balance between technology and the expenditure of resources; that is why this sector is the forerunner of innovations in hotel soaps. Albogroup also offers our know-how in the production of hotel amenities; revolutions in habits start with small gestures. We introduce them starting with a new concept in hotel soap kits.

The Innovation of Solid Cosmetics: Beyond Traditional Soap

While the recent past has committed the cosmetics industry to the production of liquid solutions, the current trend is set for a radical reversal. One only has to look at the classic hotel amenities lines, those characterised by their plastic bottles, to realise that this is a solution that has too great an impact on the planet’s resources.

The customer is increasingly sensitive to issues of eco-sustainability; adhering to the green logic allows greater brand awareness of the hotel. Taking care of the guest is the goal of every hotel; doing so through eco-friendly lines means introducing an alternative that demonstrates a concrete commitment to the fate of the planet.

The qualities of solid lines can be even greater than those of classic liquid products; they reduce the impact in terms of plastic waste while at the same time allowing a more rational use of the bath product. This is not a return to the soap of the past, the innovation of the latest generation of solid cosmetics lies in the natural composition.

Albogroup: masters in the creation of solid cosmetics

Around fifty years of experience are a wealth of experience at the service of retail partners and multinationals in the hospitality sector. Albogroup has always made research the fulcrum of an offer capable of anticipating the times. Careful study of needs in order to formulate answers through products, this is the sense of an activity in constant evolution.

The disproportionate increase in plastics and climate change are the impetus behind the development of a natural cosmetics line. Abandoning traditional production processes means embracing industrial methods based on green logic and product evolution.

This gives rise to the experience behind solid cosmetics lines that make Albogroup a leader in the sector. This translates into higher quality but also a lower impact in terms of production costs. Embracing green logic is a responsible choice.

Ideal partner: working with international and multinational companies

Everything stems from a simple but effective intuition: producing small soaps for hotels is the way to spread the culture of savings and apply it in the most suitable context. Large reception companies find in Albogroup a reliable partner precisely because it can provide a real solution.

Becoming a leader means acting on large numbers, doing so in an emerging field is not easy. This is where the intention to focus on specialisation comes from: there are many companies that produce cosmetics, far fewer are those that really aim at going green. Specialisation means investing, multiplying production capacity in fields not yet fully explored.

Here was born the vision towards innovation to make novelty a daily routine. Major partners have recognised the value of the idea and awarded the products in the line.

Customised private label solutions: organic and single-serving soaps for hotels and B&Bs

Albogroup’s experience starts with proven know-how: ISO 22716:2007, EU ECOLABEL, RSPO and COSMOS are some of the certifications. Aiming for the optimum is the best way to stand alongside the realities of excellence in reception.

In addition to processes, it is the ideas that count. Organic logic meets single-serving format for the formula that is closest to the hotel business. The result is lines dedicated to retail but also customisable in a branded solution.

Natural logic in production processes is combined with the concept of quality; this is also reflected in the customised lines. If a hotel guest wants to be pampered, doing so with branded products means letting himself be chosen for his added value.

Here are some of the products in the range:

• Sustainable dispensers;
• Plastic-free and water-saving solid cosmetics;
• Hotel amenities in mini-size format;
• Room perfumers;

Water Saving Solid Cosmetics for Hotels Solid.O Original line

The project stems from the need for an active commitment to the environment through a savings-friendly product; solid cosmetics condenses the nature of the ingredients with anti-waste rationalisation. Zero plastic for packaging and divisible solid bars are the choices made for a hotel-friendly product.

Solid Body Wash but also the combined Solid Hair & Body Wash solution are a part of the Solid.O Original range. The range also includes the shampoo conditioner, the Solid Make up Remover and many other solutions. The format is 15g, ideal for use outside the home and environmentally friendly.

In an era where eco-sustainability reigns supreme, Albogroup emerges as a pioneer, revolutionising the concept of hotel amenities with eco-sustainable solutions.

With a history of experience and innovation, we are committed to producing solid cosmetics that not only reflect our dedication to safeguarding the planet, but also our genuine concern for the needs of our guests and business partners. Our customised and certified solutions reflect a compromise between quality, nature and technology, making them the ideal choice for hotels that aim to elevate their offerings while reducing their environmental impact and enhancing the guest experience.

Pampering the customer is essential; however, this is only the starting point. A designer bathroom, cosy and functional, but that is not all. Perfection is also achieved through the meticulous selection of in-room amenities. Albogroup puts its know-how at the service of high-end reception with solid hotel cosmetics. The brand only makes a difference if it is supported in the most effective way. Quality counts because it is made up of details.

Design: furniture and lighting

The customer wants to be pampered. The hotel room represents the place in which to seek rest, perhaps after a long journey, but also the preferred location for a sightseeing tour. Here the detail can make all the difference in the consideration of the service.

Modern or more classic, bathroom design must combine beauty and utility in the same place. The size of the shower or bathtub matters a lot; adequate space and comfortable shelves are equally important.

Of course lighting plays an essential role; light must be natural, but large mirrors are also very welcome. The guest seeks rest and must find everything he needs to take care of his appearance. Design that works must be comfortable; beauty must always accompany practicality.

Functional shower

Although a shower equipped with a column for chromotherapy may be a welcome addition, it is space that rewards the services offered by an accommodation facility. A small shower is by no means synonymous with a comfortable solution; this is where space planning comes into play.

The shower is functional when it is equipped with efficient temperature control, thermostatic valve control systems ensure a flow at the set temperature. This allows a more comfortable use of the shower, obviously requiring sufficient water pressure.

Functionality also means taking into account that the users of a hotel room are necessarily heterogeneous; spaces and every accessory must be designed in such a way that they can be used by everyone. This means that there must be appropriate consideration for the needs of guests with disabilities: detail matters, but above all it must be inclusive.

Soft Bath Linen

Bathroom linen, along with bed linen, is the element that receives the most feed from customers in hotels. This is why it can only aim for perfection; the customer must be able to rely on the indispensable hygiene but above all on the use of high-quality supplies.

The grammage of towels is essential: hotel supplies should not fall below 400 g/sqm. Investing in quality means relying on products that last longer and better.

The feeling on the skin is important and this is where the type of sanitising treatment comes into play. Caring for the guest means wrapping him or her in soft but also pleasantly scented linen; this should be designed in accordance with the bathroom fragrances offered among the courtesy products in the room. Adding a bathrobe is a subtlety that is certainly welcome.

Personal care products

Design is important, shower and toiletries are essential, but the toiletries are the most direct way to meet the customer’s needs. It happens that you find yourself in a hotel room without your toothbrush, here the detail wins the positive feed.

Whether it is the shower cap, the comb or the classic toothpaste and toothbrush kit, the hotel offers solutions that are immediately useful. These are the perfect aid for those who have not brought them with them, but they must be of quality.

Ecological Solid Cosmetics and Water Saving as Courtesy Products

Classic liquid soaps are the traditional proposition; focusing on solid cosmetics means offering an alternative that combines practicality with innovation. The selection of ingredients is accompanied by a more eco-friendly concept.

The choice of solid alternative is synonymous with innovation, Albogroup offers the Solid.O Original line, which is based on different formats. The study of the geometry of the product also allows its practical fractional use. The impact on the environment gains, but also the budget for amenities.

A leader in the production of solid detergents, we offer extensive know-how based on decades of experience in the sector. Production line innovation and ingredient selection are the elements that enable us to offer a product with an advantageous quality/price ratio.

Considering the reduced impact of solid detergents on plastic pollution, solid lines contribute to strengthening the brand’s green footprint. Customising solid cosmetics lines is a choice that pampers the customer and helps the environment.

Albogroup is committed to redefining the art of hospitality, providing solutions that blend harmoniously with elegance, comfort and sustainability.

In the modern evolution of hospitality, we distinguish ourselves by offering solid cosmetics as a key element in the range of courtesy products offered. This innovative inclusion not only enhances the guest experience, but also moves with consideration and respect towards a more sustainable and responsible future. Through these products, we want to convey a proactive vision, centred on offering high-quality solutions that are both innovative and practical.

The customer asks for them because they work, solid cosmetics prove to be more than a trend. Albogroup places its know-how at the service of high-end retail through quality solutions with its line of solid cosmetics for hotels.

Environmental benefits of solid cosmetics: zero plastic and water saving

Reducing the impact of cosmetics on the environment: this is no longer an option but the only way to improve the health of the planet. The customer is increasingly sensitive to environmental issues as the person who chooses products from the shelves of a supermarket is the same person who witnesses the effects of pollution.

Solid cosmetics act on two key points: water and plastic. The solid formula makes limited use of water, preserving the product’s active ingredients naturally; the result is less need for potentially harmful preservatives. Water saving means limited use of water, which translates into the possibility of abandoning plastic in favour of paper or cardboard; more easily recyclable packaging. The environment thanks you.

Natural ingredients: the richness of solid cosmetics

One only has to glance at the INCI of the solid cosmetic and compare it with the equivalent in liquid formulation to realise the greater simplicity of the solid alternative. Not to be confused with the traditional soap bar, the latest generation of solid cosmetics are based on equally natural formulations and are more suitable for washing the skin and scalp.

Butters but also oils and waxes are ingredients that are not lacking in solid cosmetics; these represent the anhydrous component par excellence. The selection of these elements derives from knowledge in botany and galenic applications of natural materials. This results in solid bar products.

Product diversity: from hair care to intimate hygiene

All the major brands in the cosmetics field have realised that the future of the industry is now moving in the direction of solid cosmetics, the environment demands it, but above all it is a need that starts with customer sensitivity. Now that the era of green washing is over, brands are called upon to make an active commitment.

The answer lies in the extension of the range in solid form. This opens up interesting new avenues in the retail sector as well as in the high-end perfumery. The potential lies in using a product that is natural but also safe and effective. The field extends to more areas of application; making use of quality production is an ever-evolving concept.

Shower gel and solid shampoo

A simple bar can replace bath and shower products. This might seem like a return to the past, but you have to try them to realise that the future lies in solid cosmetics. Moisten the palm of your hands, process the product and use it as in your daily routine: these are the steps required.

These are products that do not release the classic foam of liquid cleansers, precisely because they do not require foaming agents. They are based on natural surfactants that act on the skin and hair, cleansing them effectively. They do not contain much water, so they keep better and longer.

Solid make-up removers: how do they work?

These constitute the revolution in conscious make-up, they are not the latest gimmick from effective marketing but a solution with the perfect balance between nature and practicality. The principle is to use a mixture of natural ingredients to remove impurities and make-up from the face.

Correct application is necessary to optimise the effects. The product must be worked into a light cream by hand and applied to the face; massage and rinse off. Continuous use is a panacea for the skin, it helps eliminate sebum deposits and blackheads.

Solid beard cream

Beard treatments can also utilise the benefits of solid shaving, solid creams and oil blends are ideal for keeping the skin moisturised and giving the regrowth a groomed effect.

Herbal formulations are ideal for providing the skin on the face with optimal moisture, facilitating shaving and reducing discomfort from irritation and ingrown hairs.

This product can be used for body hair removal.

Solid cosmetics for large-scale distribution

The mission of our retail division is to provide solid anhydrous cosmetics that are environmentally friendly but above all customer friendly. This makes Albogroup a worldwide reference in production, chosen by important companies in the cosmetics field.

Focusing on research to achieve product quality without forgetting to optimise costs. This is the concept we want to convey to our partners in both the perfumery and large-scale retail trade. Solid cosmetics are the seed of the future; introducing these products into your portfolio is the new way not to be caught unprepared.

In a world increasingly oriented towards sustainability and environmental awareness, solid cosmetics emerge not only as a trend, but as a solid reality and an indisputable necessity. Albogroup, with its innovative and scrupulous approach, places its knowledge at the service of a future, offering products that go beyond the simple gesture of beauty, but embody a true philosophy of care and respect for our planet.

Growth means tickling customers through the quality of hotel services. It is necessary to draw on level products and enhance the advantages offered by the structure: the quality of rest in the room, the perfection of cleanliness, the size of the rooms are basic elements to refer to. Albogroup is a reference for large and small professional hospitality businesses; it produces courtesy cosmetic lines for hotels and accommodation facilities. Pampering the customer is important, that is our goal.

What are the main hotel amenities?

Courtesy products, this is how one can frame amenities in the context of professional hospitality. The concept thus starts with all the necessities that the guest should find inside his or her hotel room. These are often not indispensable items, but hotel amenities are the details that make the difference.

One could start, not surprisingly, with personal hygiene; the guest may have forgotten his toothbrush at home and perhaps realises this in the bathroom of his room when he is too tired to go out and buy one. This is where the hotel’s courtesy service comes in.

In fact, the constant evolution of hospitality has introduced a real upgrade of the concept of hotel amenities, taking it one step higher. Hotels tend to consider free entry to the wellness area as well as, if available, access to the hotel’s indoor swimming pool as amenities.

To evolve is also to develop a welcome that can cater to the needs of a heterogeneous clientele; hence the possibility of room service at all hours of the day and night, but also room cleaning that is customised according to the requested times. Pampering the customer means raising the level of quality; the feedback will be positive.

Toiletries and bathroom accessories

First among hotel amenities, bathroom courtesy lines are the most direct way to take care of the guest. A good bath or a rejuvenating shower is the ritual that accompanies the guest before resting and when waking up to be ready to face the day that is about to begin: here courtesy lines can make the difference as the guest appreciates quality.

The bathroom amenities do include the classic soap, shampoo and shower gel, but they can also extend to facial and body treatments, after-shave lotions and many other products. An example of customer care is in the make-up removal products, here the hotel shows commitment to providing a high level of service.

Aiming for a quality reception is not limited to the daily change of towels and room slippers, the guest appreciates the presence of extras that confirm the impression of added value: room perfumers could be an example; then bath time becomes a relaxing and sensual experience.

Quality is the watchword especially when it comes to toiletries because every good product leaves its positive imprint on the skin. This is the value of hotel supplies, including toiletries.

Water Saving Solid Cosmetics by Albogroup

The rule in the past was to invest in the quality of cosmetic products, perhaps by optimising their use through dispensers. The solution may be effective, but it can be more resource-intensive over time: use of electricity, sanitisation and waste of plastic are some of the negative aspects.

The future passes through solid cosmetics, even bathroom courtesy lines embrace the water-saving solution. Although soaps and solid cosmetics seem to draw from the past, little remains of the classic soap-making processes. Solid cosmetics employ the most advanced technologies to achieve the benefits of liquid equivalents but with considerably reduced impact.

Oils, vegetable raw materials and natural extracts are the main components of the lines dedicated to solid cosmetics. The solution stands as an alternative that respects skin and hair and reduces the impact on the environment. Optimising resources, not wasting water (water saving) and producing less plastic are the active engagement that the solid revolution enables. As customers are sensitive to change, eco-sustainability becomes an added value.

Discover Albogroup’s Solid.O Original line of solid cosmetics, intended for both hotels and retail and also available for customised and contract production.

Personalisation of amenities: a unique touch

A quality soap can already be a good way to launch one’s brand so as to build guest loyalty in the hotel. To customise courtesy lines is to multiply their potential; pampering the customer translates into active advertising.

Considering that toiletries can even become collector’s items, the uniqueness of the packaging can be an element that distinguishes the brand over time. There are several examples of luxury hotels whose amenities are gladly kept. Solid soaps and bath kits are a favourite with guests; this is how a few small touches become a quality brand.

The revolution in hospitality is not just about aesthetics or luxury, it is strongly rooted in ethics and sustainability. Albogroup, with its dedication to quality and innovation, is leading this transformation, offering amenities that not only satisfy, but also delight and educate guests, promoting a more sustainable future.

Every detail, from customising amenities to promoting solid cosmetics, is a step towards creating an unforgettable, conscious experience. Retailers who choose to partner with Albogroup are not simply choosing quality products, they are making a conscious choice, showing a commitment to the wellbeing of hotel guests and the planet.

Dose precision but also guaranteed safety and inalterability, packaging potential and choice of graphics are the aspects that push towards single-dose packaging.

Insight is the best way to choose. Here is what to consider.

Customisable heat-sealed single-dose sachets

Handy but above all safe, the heat-sealed solution is one of the most chosen by companies. While it is true that the choice is not always the most effective, it is convenient when the target consumption is particularly narrow.

Each individual user can in fact benefit from the packaging of the appropriate dose, precisely because the single-dose package guarantees perfect preservation. Presenting oneself well is essential but that is not all, it is even more important that one’s product lives up to its promises.

The heat-sealed single serve is a valid proposition among the amenities products for hotels. The quality of amenities depends on various factors: the nature of the product must be considered, but the choice of the appropriate quantity as well as the most appropriate graphic design are equally important. The classic heat-sealed sachet offers great customisation possibilities; this translates into excellent potential in the graphic design of the product.

Much depends on the target audience it is aimed at; dynamic or more elegant, the casing must have a concept that represents both the product and the context of use.

Single-dose sachet amenities hotel

The quality level of an accommodation service is also perceived by the attention to detail. Bathroom products and other sachet amenities are among the elements that every hotel is expected to take special care of. If it is true that customers value comfort in their rooms, bathroom products are also among the details that are the focus of attention.

Not all single-dose solutions are the same, however. The underlying technology is very important. By relying on machines with a high degree of control, the single-dose product can count on convenient openings. If one considers, for example, the classic single-dose shampoo and conditioner sachet, versatility of use becomes an essential detail.

Here, solutions such as the funnel opening can make a real difference, the user experience becomes more natural with the resulting gain in customer comfort. This is how, even for a seemingly minor detail, well-designed packaging can bring a valuable advantage.

Which products are most suitable?

When considering the tourist reception sector, the use of the single-dose format extends into several areas. Considering a high standard of the establishment, single-dose packaging finds its main application in bathroom amenities.

It starts with the more traditional cleansing creams for skin and hair; bath foams and conditioners are real tools that convey the desire to take care of the customer with quality products.

Then there are cosmetics, some of which are particularly popular in single-dose format. An example could be foundation, the single-dose sachet can be a practical solution for using only the amount needed. More widely used, on the other hand, are moisturising body creams, which are particularly popular in both the colder and warmer months, as well as shaving creams and cleansing gels. Being products in semi-liquid form, they are the most suitable for single-dose packaging.

Combining product quality with the most convenient single-serving format, these are the ingredients of a solution that works.

Advantages of single-dose sachets

Opting for the single-serve format is a choice that can bring numerous advantages, provided, however, that it is the solution best suited to the product’s usage profile. If the classic ‘economy pack’ rewards large catchment areas – see the case of automatic dispensers – single-dose amenities are best suited to a less massive catchment area.

Here, then, is the first of the strengths: the single-serve ensures a considerable reduction in waste. This has a twofold advantage; on the one hand, less product is used, so you can invest in quality, and on the other hand, the impact on the environment is lowered: the single-serve can be an environmentally friendly alternative.

There is another aspect to consider: the one-dose can be, above all, beautiful. Graphic design is a particularly powerful marketing tool. Just consider the space that a heat-sealed sachet offers, compensate for the spaces with the most incisive layout and work on the strength of the content: you can end up with a product that is useful to use but perhaps also beautiful to collect.

Here, the strength of single-serving packaging goes far beyond the boundaries of classic marketing.

Albogroup: contract cosmetics production

Product quality starting with the composition, tailor-made solutions and scrupulous attention to individual customer requirements are the formula behind a company with several decades of experience.

Albogroup is a partner of major hospitality brands in Italy and around the world, acting on behalf of third parties in the production of cosmetics for hotels and accommodation facilities. Being able to count on the right balance between quality and price is one of the reasons for choosing us.

Not only for hotel cosmetics. Albogroup caters directly for large companies looking for a contract partner in the production and packaging of their product samples in sachets or sachet packs. This is why we have specific production lines dedicated exclusively to the filling and packaging of cosmetic products of many types. Our experience and expertise allow us to work for many cosmetic companies, both Italian and international. These companies entrust us with the production of their sachet product samples, certain of the quality and efficiency that Albogroup can guarantee.

Our daily commitment is to maintain and exceed the quality standards that have made us a benchmark in the industry. This means working with passion, precision and attention to detail, to always guarantee maximum satisfaction to our customers.

By choosing Albogroup, you choose a trusted partner able to offer a complete and customised service, capable of responding to all your needs. Our experience and flexibility allow us to adapt to any request, always offering the best possible solution. We are at your disposal for any information.