In cosmetics manufacturing, many mixing and dosing tasks have to interlock smoothly. The products are often highly viscous or abrasive, contain a lot of solids or are difficult to clean. We design and supply mixing and homogenising plants as well as complete process plants that enable you to manufacture high-quality cosmetics safely and economically.
Challenges in cosmetics manufacturing
Today's cosmetics must be of high quality and meet the highest standards. The same applies to the process technology. The following are particularly important:
- Safe processing of highly viscous, abrasive or solids-rich products
- Stable, effective emulsions even in large volumes
- Short batch times and good cleanability
- Compliance with current GMP standards, for example in accordance with ISO 22716
Typical applications in the cosmetics industry
We design and supply process plants for these products. On each page you will find the specific requirements for processes and mixers.
From the laboratory to production
From natural cosmetics and decorative cosmetics to discount products, cosmetic products are made on process plants. An important prerequisite for this is scale-up. Small laboratory batches must be 100% transferable to production machines. Laboratory machines and plants for several tonnes should therefore produce the same product quality.
Batch process
Many cosmetic products are made in batches. Large mixing units with suitable batching vessels are ideal for this, for example homogenising mixers.
Continuous processes
For shampoo, shower gel, hair conditioner, hair colourants, toothpaste or soaps, continuous processes with inline homogenisers are also an option, see homogenising.
Are you planning or optimising a production plant for cosmetics? We will be happy to advise you, from the laboratory formulation to the finished plant.
Frequently asked questions about process technology in the cosmetics industry
What requirements does cosmetics manufacturing place on process plants?
Highly viscous, abrasive or solids-rich products, stable emulsions in large batches with short batch times, good cleanability and compliance with GMP in accordance with ISO 22716.
Which machines are used for creams, lotions and gels?
Above all, vacuum homogenising mixers with a scraper agitator, rotor-stator homogeniser, powder induction and heating/cooling jacket, supplemented by phase and batching vessels.
How is scale-up from the laboratory to production achieved?
With laboratory, pilot and production machines of the same design and rating, so that formulations can be transferred to batches of several tonnes without loss of quality.
Batch or continuous?
Creams and emulsions are usually manufactured in batches. For shampoo, shower gel, conditioner or toothpaste in large quantities, continuous processes with inline homogenisers are often more economical.
What services does SEEFRIED offer cosmetics manufacturers?
Process engineering consulting, planning and user requirement specifications, construction supervision, qualification, process optimisation as well as inspected used homogenising mixers.