Promens has solved several difficulties linked to the use of post consumer recycled (PCR) material in the cosmetics industry in order to propose the first airless bottle made of recycled raw material. Promens is taking advantage of its AirFree system to propose a green version of its patented airless technology. The AirFree technology is based on a multi-layer co-extruded bottle.

"In this case, the external layer is in recycled PE and represents 70-80 per cent of the total raw material weight of the bottle. The internal multi layer pouch contains a barrier material that avoids all odour migration and preserves also the compatibility with the formula that is in contact with a pure PE. This green AirFree is also recyclable and after crushing, flakes of pouch which have been in contact with the product can be separated of the flakes of recycled PE layer which was not in contact with the product and can be recyclable," explained Estelle Nirelep, marketing manager - Personal care, Promens.
Beyond the specific advantages of the green version, Promen's AirFree range presents numerous advantages for the market like it can be used in any position, offers complete evacuation of the formula, freedom of shape and protection of free preservative formula, and needs no propellant gas.