From storing your products to attracting consumers to make purchases, cosmetic packaging has a variety of functions to help you achieve them. That is why it is important to fully understand the different cosmetic tube packaging options. Balancing cost, capacity, design, materials and other factors is critical to the ultimate compliance of your packaging.

As one of the most popular types of cosmetic packaging, tubes can be used for a range of different products, and they are light and compact, providing the user with the flexibility for added convenience. From lip gloss to mascara to gels, creams and other personal hygiene products, tubes are the ideal solution.

In this article, we outline several different types of cosmetic tube packaging to help you make the right choice for your business.

Difference Type Of Cosmetic Tube Packaging

From gels and creams to scrubs and lotions, cosmetic tubes are used in all cosmetic packaging solutions. The use of tubes for cosmetic packaging has certain benefits such as lower cost of construction, packaging versatility, product protection, usability and ease of transport.

1. Laminate tube

Laminated tubes are a mixture of aluminum and plastic tubes. Due to the many covering layers, they effectively protect the contents, and it is the barrier layer that plays the biggest role. The two longitudinal edges of the laminate tube are welded together to form the main body, which is then sealed to the shoulder of the tube. Depending on the product and its contents, there are also several different barrier options, the most common being EVOH and aluminum, which provide a stronger barrier than the single-layer PE tubing above.

The properties of the laminated tube consisting of different blocking and plastic layers provide a better barrier for the product inside the tube. The extrusion properties, similar to those of metal, provide maximum protection against oxidation and make the product more durable.

When it comes to the application of laminated tubes, the most common one is toothpaste tubes, as laminated tube technology was originally used primarily for packaging toothpaste. Due to their durability, flexibility and low cost, laminated tubes are now used in many other different products such as pigment tubes, oral care products, ointment tubes, etc.

Product Highlights: Kid’s Toothpaste Tube Conditioner

2. Plastic Squeeze Tubes

Extruded plastic tubing may be said to be very common, it is lightweight, durable and leak-proof. Another great feature of plastic squeeze tubing is that the tubing returns to its original shape after squeezing. When you squeeze and release the squeeze plastic squeeze tube, it will not damage any printing or labeling on the outside of the tube.

You will find plastic squeeze tube packaging everywhere in our lives for products such as face wash, hand cream, eye cream and other types of cosmetics and toiletries. The industrial sector also uses plastic extruded tubes extensively.

Product Highlights： Oval Shape Polyethylene Tube

3. Airless Pump Packaging Tubes

Airless pump tubing is made to preserve the quality of your product and to extend shelf life by preventing air exposure. When using an airless pump tube, the product is drawn from the top of the tube and as it is continually pushed closer to the dispensing nozzle with each depression, waste is minimized and the exact dose of product is delivered with each use.

The vacuum pump tube design is so effective that major brands around the world are increasingly using vacuum technology systems to protect oxygen-sensitive formulations, such as those containing vitamin A or vitamin C.

Product Highlights： Soft plastic tubes with airless pump cap

4. Recycled Plastic Tubes

As consumers become more environmentally conscious, many customers around the world are favoring brands that use environmentally friendly materials. The packaging shell is a great eco-friendly alternative because it is made from plant-based materials rather than man-made materials. It is lightweight and flexible, easy and less costly to transport, and 100% recyclable, making it an environmentally responsible choice for brands.

Product Highlights： Sugarcane cosmetic tubes

Raw material-green polyethylene, derived from 100% renewable resource-sugarcane (instead of fossil-based materials. Low carbon footprint: sugarcane absorbs co2 from the air as it gros-50% better carbon footprint than traditional packaging. after being used, sugarcane packaging can be 100% recycled.

Are You Looking for Cosmetic Tube Packaging？

Since 2006, LONGTAI has been a professional cosmetic packaging manufacturer. We are a professional custom manufacturer of plastic cosmetic tubes, bottles, and cosmetic jars for skin, hair, eye, and lip career in China.

Longtai pack is a leading laminate tube packaging manufacturer in China, ABL(Aluminum barrier laminated tubes) PBL ( Plastic barrier laminated tubes) are very suitable for cosmetic packaging or toothpaste, pharmaceutical packaging. We offer leading cosmetic packaging solutions, so let us help you produce the best cosmetic packaging for your needs.

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