Cosmetics Argentina Product

Caviahue

Using refills in cosmetic creams significantly reduces the plastic, water and carbon footprint of packaging.

The case

We carried out an audit to analyze in detail the raw material, composition and end-of-life management of three packaging options for creams. We produced a comparative analysis with a qualitative approach, based on key indicators such as health, safety, customer experience and social impact, and a quantitative one covering the plastic, water and carbon footprints.

When designing packaging alternatives, the company seeks to analyze and compare the impacts of the options. In 2025 the Natural Night and Day line was analyzed, comparing a glass jar with a plastic lid vs. a plastic refill pack. In 2026 the Classic line was analyzed, comparing a plastic jar with a plastic lid vs. a plastic refill pack.

The company

Caviahue is a thermal dermocosmetics brand that develops high-quality skin care products. It stands out for its use of natural and mineral ingredients, sustainably sourced to protect the environment they come from.

Programs

Product: Audit Product: Comparative analysis

Results

Comparison of 4 uses of the refill pack vs. the current single-use pack (Classic line, 2026)

8 uses of the plastic refill pack vs. the glass jar with plastic lid reduce all its footprints: plastic (-2.3%), water (-37%) and carbon (-41%).

Using the refill all year round (approx. 10 uses) reduces the impact vs. the plastic pack: plastic footprint (-46%), water (-35%) and carbon (-40%).