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Process solutions for the cosmetics industry

Understanding the challenges of cosmetics and personal care

The cosmetics industry stands out for the complexity of its formulations and the high value of its products. Creams, gels, serums, lotions, toothpastes, or masks—all require gentle handling, precise dosing control, and an ultra-hygienic environment.

The quality of processing equipment directly impacts formulation performance. 

Products such as ointments, creams, body lotions, or balneotherapy muds demand rigorous handling, tailored to products that are often: Brittle (complex rheology, high viscosity, shear-sensitive), Unstable (sensitive emulsions), Bacteriologically sensitive (neutral pH, preservative-free), Explosive (flammable fragrances), Expensive (formulas rich in noble active ingredients)

At PCM, we understand the many challenges you face:

  • Preserving the integrity of textures and active ingredients
  • Avoiding product loss—because every drop counts
  • Guaranteeing impeccable traceability and hygiene
  • Providing flexible systems that can quickly switch between recipes and formats

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Cosmetics products

The PCM approach: from texture control to dosing accuracy

The main stages of cosmetic manufacturing include:

  • Heating, mixing, homogenization
  • Refining (separation, neutralization, decolorization, deodorization)
  • Transfer, dosing and filling to packaging (jars, vials, tubes)

Our system solutions are aimed at cosmetics manufacturers who want to automate, make their production lines more reliable or optimize, from mass transfer to final filling.

Transfer of complex and viscous products

  • PCM Moineau™ technology for the transfer of highly viscous, shear- or temperature-sensitive products.
  • PCM HyCare™, Hyfeed, or Easyfeed™ pumps designed to eliminate retention areas and ensure complete clean-in-place.
  • Complies with CE 1935/2003, FDA, 3A standards

High-precision dosing & Built-in hygiene

  • Dosys™ dispensers for dosing accuracy of ±0.5% evenwith complex fluids.
  • Synchronization with packaging machines for just-in-time fillings, without overdosing or waste.
  • Complete CIP/CIP on all circuits: connecting rod without joint, open or ducted shafts, certified hygienic design.
  • Ideal for environments with a high bacterial risk (white areas, facial care, baby care, etc.).

Transfer and dose heavy creams

Hair care manufacturer reduces material loss

 

Need

Transfer and dose heavy creams without destructuring or loss, in an environment with high hygiene requirements.

Solution

Installation of a complete PCM system: HyCare™ pump for transfer, integrated CIP on the entire system with automatic container changeover.

Benefits

  • Dosing accuracy of ±0.5%, without loss or overflow,
  • Texture integrity preserved,
  • Reduction of cleaning times and line stops.
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PCM Hair care manufacturer reference
PCM Micro beads foundation

Dosage of microbead foundation

Dosing and package of a foundation with microbeads

 

Need

The client had to dose a foundation in the form of a gel with microbeads without damaging them, then package it in spray. It required guarantees on the integrity of the microbeads at the end of the filling.

Solution

Use of our Dosys™ pump, combined with a wide choice of suitable dosing nozzles , and carrying out preliminary tests in the workshop to prove product-equipment compatibility.

Benefits

  • Microbeads intact, no destructive effects
  • Precise and gentle dosing
  • Reassuring validation before order
  • Maximum adaptability to spray packaging
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Inline Shower Gel Mix

Dosing and package of a foundation with microbeads

 

Need

A cosmetic manufacturer wanted to mix shower gel preparation and purified water continuously (in-line) in a hygienic environment, while ensuring the right rheological properties. He was also looking for an alternative that was more efficient and competitive than other competitors, with the possibility of validating the solution before purchase.

Solution

Implementation of a Dostam for homogeneous in-line mixing, with in-shop tests carried out under real customer conditions. Installation compatible with the recommendations of the EHEDG.

Benefits

  • Controlled mixing, consistent texture and viscosity
  • Hygiene assured, in accordance with cosmetic requirements
  • More efficient and cost-effective solution than the competition
  • Enhanced confidence through pre-testing
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PCM Shower gel solutions

Why choose PCM?

 

Because your products are precious, fragile or complex, PCM offers much more than standard equipment: we develop system solutions designed for the constraints of cosmetics.

Our added value:

  • A perfect understanding of delicate textures, extreme viscosities and sensitive active ingredients,
  • Hygienic systems, cleanable in place, without retention areas,
  • Unrivalled dosing accuracy, so you don't lose a single drop
  • Great flexibility to switch from one formulation to another without reconfiguring the entire line,
  • Expert support, from the study of your constraints to the installation on site.

A project in cosmetics or personal care?

Contact us to study your needs together. Whether it's a fluid lotion, an exfoliating paste, a rich balm or an active solution, PCM will be able to size the solution adapted to your textures, volumes and hygiene requirements.

 

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