Finnish cosmetics company Lumene and Finnish material innovation startup Sulapac have collaborated on a pilot project to package two of Lumene’s popular skincare products Nordic-C [VALO] Glow Reveal moisturizer and Nordic Hydra [LÄHDE] Intense Hydration 24H moisturizer.

After four years of scientific development and testing, the moisturizers are now packaged in Sulapac jars made from FSC-certified (FSC C158142) wood chips from industrial side streams and plant-based materials.

Finnish companies Lumene and Sulapac collaborate to develop sustainable packaging for water-based skincare products.

“Up until now, the main challenge of using bio-based material in jars has been the fast evaporation of moisture, which is why it hasn't been deemed a workable solution for water-based cosmetics. Through this pilot, we are making an investment towards the future of innovation in the cosmetics industry,” brought up Essi Arola, Head of Research and Development, Packaging at Lumene.

The inner lining of the jar consists of the world’s first barrier technology for cosmetics made of industrially compostable material that protects the sensitive cosmetic product.

Most importantly, the jar can be digested by naturally occurring microorganisms and break down into carbon dioxide, water and biomass, leaving no traces behind. 

“Lumene is an iconic Finnish brand with ambition for international expansion. Our philosophies of respecting natural resources and a strong science-based approach complement each other very well. Sulapac’s mission is to together save the world from plastic waste, and we need like-minded, purpose-driven brands and companies to join us on this journey,” pointed out Dr. Suvi Haimi, CEO and Co-founder of Sulapac. 

Finnish cosmetics company Lumene and Finnish material innovation startup Sulapac have collaborated on a pilot project to package two of Lumene’s popular skincare products Nordic-C [VALO] Glow Reveal moisturizer and Nordic Hydra [LÄHDE] Intense Hydration 24H moisturizer.

After four years of scientific development and testing, the moisturizers are now packaged in Sulapac jars made from FSC-certified (FSC C158142) wood chips from industrial side streams and plant-based materials.

Finnish companies Lumene and Sulapac collaborate to develop sustainable packaging for water-based skincare products.

“Up until now, the main challenge of using bio-based material in jars has been the fast evaporation of moisture, which is why it hasn't been deemed a workable solution for water-based cosmetics. Through this pilot, we are making an investment towards the future of innovation in the cosmetics industry,” brought up Essi Arola, Head of Research and Development, Packaging at Lumene.

The inner lining of the jar consists of the world’s first barrier technology for cosmetics made of industrially compostable material that protects the sensitive cosmetic product.

Most importantly, the jar can be digested by naturally occurring microorganisms and break down into carbon dioxide, water and biomass, leaving no traces behind. 

“Lumene is an iconic Finnish brand with ambition for international expansion. Our philosophies of respecting natural resources and a strong science-based approach complement each other very well. Sulapac’s mission is to together save the world from plastic waste, and we need like-minded, purpose-driven brands and companies to join us on this journey,” pointed out Dr. Suvi Haimi, CEO and Co-founder of Sulapac.