Laser coding and marking solutions for cosmetics
Packaging design is immensely important for the sales success of cosmetics and personal care products. At the same time, the INCI Regulation precisely prints versatile markings. Our laser coding and marking systems offer economical options for combining design requirements and labeling obligations.
Implementing legal requirements
PLAGIARISM PROTECTION THROUGH MARKING IN THE COSMETICS INDUSTRY
The marking of cosmetic products is uniformly regulated internationally in the INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients). The focus here is on forgery-proof labeling and the complete traceability of cosmetics. Forgery-proof marking protects against product counterfeiting and plagiarism, benefiting consumers and manufacturers alike. The markings provide information about the ingredients, shelf life and origin of the products and warn of possible dangers during use.
Cosmetics come into direct and intensive contact with the human body. In some cases, they can cause undesirable reactions such as allergic rashes. This is why it is particularly important that cosmetic products are clearly, correctly and durably marked with their ingredients. At the same time, the markings should be appealing and match the look of the brand.
What is important for laser coding and marking solutions?
- Legal requirements according to INCI
- Brand aspects (visual/aesthetic effect)
- Fast, simple and economical coding and marking technologies
- Permanent and durable marking
- Often a lot of information on a small area
Industrial laser coding and marking solutions are used throughout the cosmetics production process. Codes are applied to many different primary and secondary packaging. They support the identification, tracking and management of cosmetics throughout the entire production and distribution cycle.
Application examples for cosmetics coding
- Laser marking of lipsticks and cosmetic sticks
- Barcodes and 2D Codes for unique identifiability
- Plastic welding (welding with digital printing technology)
The International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) defines the information that must be included on cosmetic product packaging. This includes ingredients, best before date and period of use as well as batch number, warnings and precautions and information on the manufacturer. All information has to be clearly readable on a permanent basis in the interests of consumer protection.
