What is an airless packaging

How are Airless Pump Bottles Different?

In traditional pump bottles, a tube is employed to draw the product up from the container’s bottom. As the solution’s weight causes the remaining product to settle at the base, a void is created at the top. This method poses two concerns. Firstly, the void becomes filled with air, exposing the product to oxygen. Secondly, pump tubes do not function optimally when only a small amount of product is left, often leading end users to open the bottle and resort to plastic scrapers or their fingertips to access the remaining product.

Airless pump bottles, on the other hand, offer a distinct solution. These bottles feature a unique design that incorporates a diaphragm containing a plastic piston or a small plastic disc. When the pump is depressed, this disc moves upward within the diaphragm, dispensing the product located at the top of the bottle through the opening. This design prevents the formation of voids or cavities inside the bottle, effectively avoiding oxidation and deterioration.

However, it is worth mentioning that all airless pump bottles can be differently designed. As a matter of fact, many of them are made of high-strength polypropylene, the same plastic as traditional squeeze bottles used in the cosmetics industry but recyclable. 

What are the benefits of airless pumps?

In addition to the unique design and prevention of air exposure, airless pump bottles offer several other benefits when compared to traditional pump bottles:

Enhanced Product Preservation: The airless pump bottle design prevents the product from coming into contact with air, minimizing oxidation and extending the shelf life of the contents. This helps to maintain the product’s efficacy and quality over time.

• Precise Dosage Control: Airless pump bottles utilize a piston or disc mechanism that rises with each pump, ensuring accurate and consistent dispensing of the product. This eliminates the guesswork associated with traditional pump bottles and allows users to easily control the amount of product they apply.
• Reduced Product Waste: Traditional pump bottles often leave a significant amount of product unused at the bottom due to the inability of the tube to draw out the remaining contents. Airless pump bottles, however, are designed to effectively dispense almost all of the product, minimizing waste and maximizing product utilization.
• Hygienic and Contamination-Free: The airtight seal of airless pump bottles prevents contamination by external factors such as bacteria, dust, and other contaminants. This helps to maintain the integrity and cleanliness of the product, ensuring a hygienic and safe user experience.
• Travel-Friendly and Leak-Proof: Airless pump bottles are known for their leak-proof design, minimizing the risk of spills and messes during travel or when stored in a bag or purse. This makes them convenient for on-the-go use and ensures that the product remains intact and secure.
• Customizable and Brand-Friendly: Airless pump bottles offer a range of customization options, including the ability to choose colors, sizes, and printing designs that align with a brand’s image and aesthetic. This allows businesses to create a cohesive and visually appealing packaging solution that reflects their brand identity.

Conclusion

Airless packaging represents a significant advancement in product preservation and user experience, particularly in the cosmetics industry. By eliminating air exposure, these innovative containers extend product shelf life, ensure precise dosage, and reduce waste. Their leak-proof and hygienic design makes them ideal for travel and daily use, while customization options allow brands to align packaging with their aesthetic. As consumer demand for sustainable and effective packaging solutions grows, airless technology continues to be a compelling choice for brands committed to quality and environmental responsibility. It is worth mentioning that GIDEA PAC, as a manufacturer specializing in airless pump bottles, offers a very wide range of material customization options, double-wall design and dual-chamber design.

For more information about Gidea and its range of airless packaging, please visit Gidea or contact marketing@gidea.cn.