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Formulated by master herbalist Sebastian Pole, Pukka Ayurveda is an exciting collection of new naturally active organic skincare containing super concentrated plant extracts.

Jul 11th, 2012

Tubes have post-consumer PE.

Tubes have post-consumer PE.

The range includes cleansing/toning, moisturising, and specialist treatments made from organically certified and naturally active ingredients based on the principles of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian art of living wisely. The unique formulations are free from parabens, petrochemicals, and synthetic fragrances and colours, and the rich concentrated ingredients reach deep down into the skin’s tissue for the ultimate rejuvenating effect.

In order to reflect the exacting ethical standards of the ingredients, Pukka Ayurveda skincare sought a packaging supplier that could meet the challenge of manufacturing eco-friendly packaging and selected M&H Plastics to supply a range of five tubes manufactured from 80% post-consumer recycled polyethylene. M&H manufactures the 50-mL tubes, which are then decorated with the distinctive Pukka logo alongside ancient Indian-inspired graphics printed in silver.

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