Beauty Journal
Cosmetic Packaging Symbols: What They Mean and Why They Matter (Especially at Essere)
Recycling, cruelty-free, vegan, PAO, Made in Italy: what each symbol on cosmetic packaging means, and why it pays to know how to read them.
Every symbol on a cosmetic tells you about a choice: care for the environment, attention to your skin, ethical values. Here's what the symbols on Essere packaging mean, and why reading them helps you make informed choices.
Cosmetic Packaging Symbols: What They Mean and Why They Matter (Especially at Essere)
Every bottle, every label, every symbol tells a story. A story of ethical choices, care for the environment, safety for your skin and careful ingredient selection.
If you use Essere products, you've probably noticed a few symbols on the packaging. But do you know what they actually mean? In this article, we walk you through the most important cosmetic symbols and what each one stands for at Essere.
1. The Recycling Symbol (Mobius Loop) ♻️
It means the container is made of recyclable plastic. For us, it's a real commitment to sustainability: less environmental impact, and support for a circular economy.
2. Cruelty-Free 🐰
A simple symbol with a deep meaning: no animal testing. Essere follows this ethical principle, for beauty that respects life and is in line with European animal-protection values.
3. Vegan 🌱
This symbol certifies that the product contains no animal-derived ingredients. We formulate our cosmetics with plant-based raw materials only, a fit for an ethical, mindful lifestyle.
4. PAO (Period After Opening) 📅
An open-jar icon followed by a number and the letter M (e.g. 6M, 12M). It tells you how many months the product stays safe and effective after opening. Useful information for using your cosmetics the right way.
5. Organic Certification 🌿
Essere products carry recognized organic certifications, which guarantee:
- The use of natural ingredients and ingredients from organic farming
- No harmful substances such as parabens, silicones, PEGs or petroleum derivatives
- A controlled supply chain, transparent and sustainable
6. Made in Italy 🇮🇹
Every Essere product is conceived, formulated and made in Italy. It's a point of pride, and also a guarantee of quality, safety and a short supply chain.
Why reading labels matters
Understanding the symbols on packaging makes us more informed consumers. It lets you choose according to your values, respect the environment and look after your skin's health.
Essere's values: beyond the formula, a vision
On our site, we share our vision of beauty:
- Natural, effective formulas
- Respect for the planet and for animal welfare
- Ethical, sustainable production
- Transparency, simplicity and Made in Italy quality
Every choice, from the packaging to the actives we select, comes from one clear goal: to make mindful cosmetics that perform and respect you.
The bottle tells you, you choose
Every symbol is a promise. Reading it, recognizing it and understanding it helps you choose better: for your skin, for the planet and for everyone who lives on it.
