Industry · Cosmetics

Finishes for plastic cosmetic packaging: metallization, painting and protection

Perfume and cosmetic packaging needs a premium look and a finish that withstands contact with the product. Corquímica supplies the system to metallize, paint and protect caps, bottles, jars and plastic accessories in this segment.

How it worksThe part receives the UV Base Coat, is vacuum metallized and receives the Top Coat, which can be colored with UV colorants. Lacquers are used for solid colors. The system is tested with the customer's alcohol and fragrance, the most common chemical attacks on packaging.

Updated October 2026

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Applications

What we cover in Cosmetics

Caps, collars and metallized details for perfume bottles
Jars, tubes and plastic bottles for skin care
Makeup packaging such as lipsticks, foundations and compacts
Packaging accessories and decorative components
Key requirements

What cosmetics packaging requires

01.

Resistance to alcohol, found in perfumes and personal care products

02.

Resistance to perfume fragrance, which contains solvents and essential oils

03.

Scratch and abrasion resistance during handling and transport

04.

Adhesion without peeling, even with the packaging in contact with the product

05.

Mirror gloss, piano black, matte or soft touch

06.

Resistance to creams, oils and cosmetic products

07.

Custom colors matched to the brand identity

08.

Batch-to-batch consistency and fast UV cure

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Frequently asked questions

Cosmetics: common questions

Which coating resists perfume alcohol?

The Base, metallization and Top Coat system is tested with alcohol and fragrance. The resistance level depends on the formulation and the cure, and we validate it with the customer's product.

Can plastic caps and bottles be metallized?

Yes, with a UV base coat suited to the plastic, vacuum metallization and Top Coat.

Does fragrance attack the finish?

Fragrances contain solvents that can stain or soften weak finishes. That is why we test the system with the customer's fragrance.

Is there a soft-touch finish for packaging?

Yes. The effects line includes soft touch, piano black and wet look.

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