In skincare, packaging is not just about aesthetics —
it is part of the formulation strategy.
The way a formula is stored affects:
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stability of active ingredients
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contamination risk
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product lifespan
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how effectively a product dispenses
At Althaea Soul, every packaging choice is intentional.
We primarily use silver aluminium airless pumps and jars, with droppers used selectively for specific formulations.
Why Airless Aluminium Packaging?
Airless packaging is engineered to keep the product protected from air and repeated exposure.
Unlike a standard pump with a dip tube, airless packaging uses a vacuum platform that rises with every pump, pushing the product up without letting air back in.
Benefits of airless packaging:
| Benefit | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| No air exposure | Prevents oxidation and degradation of active ingredients |
| No contamination | Reduces bacteria risk (ideal for sensitive or barrier-impaired skin) |
| Light protection (aluminium) | Actives stay potent — no UV or light breakdown |
| More product usage | Airless pumps evacuate up to ~98% of the formula, reducing waste |
| Precise dosage | Controlled dispensing prevents overuse |
Because the formula is never exposed to fingers or air:
What goes in, stays pure.
This is especially important for formulas containing:
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botanical extracts
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vitamins and antioxidants
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peptides
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ceramides
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oils prone to oxidation
These ingredients are highly effective — but also highly sensitive.
Why Aluminium?
While many brands choose clear or frosted bottles, transparency exposes formulas to UV and heat — two major drivers of ingredient breakdown.
Aluminium provides:
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100% light-blocking protection
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temperature stability
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superior preservation of active ingredients
It also aligns with sustainability goals:
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aluminium is infinitely recyclable
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lightweight for shipping (lower emissions)
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durable
When We Use Dropper Bottles
Some formulations are designed to be:
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thinner
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active-rich
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precision-applied
These formulas work best with glass dropper bottles because:
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they allow controlled drop-by-drop dosing
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they minimise product waste
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they’re ideal for oils, serums, and elixirs
We use droppers only when suited to the formula’s viscosity and application requirement.
To maintain formula quality, our droppers are:
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opaque or UV-protective
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sealed tightly to reduce air exposure
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paired with preservatives appropriate to that format
Where airless packaging removes exposure completely, droppers minimise exposure intelligently.
Both formats are used intentionally — never for aesthetics alone.
How We Choose Between Airless Pumps and Droppers
| Formula Type | Packaging Used | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Creams, lotions, emulsions, masks | Airless aluminium pumps / jars | Full protection from air + light; hygienic dispensing |
| Serums, oils, liquid actives | UV-protective droppers | Precision application; controlled dosing |
We choose the packaging based on formulation science, not trends.
Why Packaging Matters for Skin Results
Improper packaging leads to:
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oxidation
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active ingredient breakdown
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bacterial contamination
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changes in colour, smell, or texture
Protecting the product protects the results.
In Summary
We use airless aluminium packaging because it:
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keeps actives potent
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protects against air, light, and contamination
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reduces waste and improves dosing accuracy
We use droppers when:
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a formula requires precision application
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viscosity suits a glass serum format
Because skincare should stay stable, potent, and uncontaminated — from the first pump to the last.