Analysis of Environmental Impacts of Cosmetic Packaging Using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

• Autorzy: Maksymiak Magdalena Martinka , Adamus Grażyna , Kowalczuk Marek , Maranghi Simone , Tosti Lorenzo

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.15199/42.2025.1.1

Warianty tytułu

PL

Analiza wpływu opakowań kosmetycznych na środowisko z wykorzystaniem metody oceny cyklu życia (LCA)

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

This article examines the environmental aspects of cosmetic packaging, with a focus on the application of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) as a tool for understanding its impacts on the environment and guiding eco-design strategies. LCA methodologies provide a comprehensive framework to evaluate packaging materials, from production to disposal, enabling the comparison of traditional and innovative solutions, such as the implementation of (bio)degradable polymers and/or recycled materials in cosmetic industry packaging. Recent advancements in packaging design and recycling technologies have contributed to improvements in resource efficiency and waste reduction. However, there are still challenges in applying LCA methods consistently, particularly when assessing bio-based materials. By incorporating eco-design principles, promoting recycling, and utilizing LCA insights, the cosmetics industry can work towards reducing its environmental impact and promoting more sustainable practices. This paper emphasizes the necessity for ongoing innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration in the development of sustainable packaging solutions that optimize the functional properties of materials while aligning with consumer demands and minimizing negative environmental impact.

PL

W niniejszym artykule przedstawiono zagadnienia związane z oceną cyklu życia (z ang. Life Cycle Assessment - LCA) w zakresie opakowań kosmetycznych oraz ich wpływu na środowisko, jak również wspierania strategii eko-projektowania. Metodologia LCA stanowi kompleksowe narzędzie oceny materiałów opakowaniowych na każdym etapie ich cyklu życia - od produkcji po utylizację, co umożliwia porównanie tradycyjnych i innowacyjnych rozwiązań, takich jak zastosowanie polimerów (bio)degradowalnych oraz materiałów pochodzących z recyklingu w opakowaniach kosmetycznych. Ostatnie postępy w projektowaniu opakowań oraz rozwój technologii recyklingu przyczyniły się do poprawy efektywności wykorzystania zasobów i redukcji ilości odpadów, zgodnie z zasadami gospodarki o obiegu zamkniętym. Niemniej jednak nadal występują trudności w stosowaniu metod LCA w sposób spójny, szczególnie przy ocenie materiałów pochodzenia biologicznego. Poprzez wdrażanie zasad eko-projektowania, promowanie recyklingu i wykorzystywanie wyników analizy LCA, przemysł kosmetyczny może dążyć do zmniejszenia swojego wpływu na środowisko oraz wspierać bardziej zrównoważone praktyki w produkcji i wykorzystaniu opakowań. Niniejsza praca wskazuje na konieczność wprowadzania innowacji oraz współpracy interdyscyplinarnej w celu opracowania zrównoważonych rozwiązań opakowaniowych, które łączą funkcjonalność, oczekiwania konsumentów oraz cele środowiskowe.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

sustainable cosmetic packaging; recycling; biodegradable polymers; life cycle assessment; LCA; eco-design

PL

ekologiczne opakowania kosmetyków; recykling; polimery biodegradowalne; ocena cyklu życia produktu; LCA; ekoprojektowanie

• Wydawca: Alfa-print sp. z o.o.
• Czasopismo: Packaging Review
• Rocznik: 2025
• Tom: No. 1
• Strony: 6--12
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 39 poz., rys.

Twórcy

autor

Maksymiak Magdalena Martinka

• Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, Zabrze, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2062-9370

autor

Adamus Grażyna

• Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, Zabrze, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5439-7400

autor

Kowalczuk Marek

• Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, Zabrze, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2877-7466

autor

Maranghi Simone

• Ecoinnovazione Srl, Bologna, Italy

• https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1295-6731

autor

Tosti Lorenzo

• Ecoinnovazione Srl, Bologna, Italy

• https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4659-9923

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