The future of beauty
is programmable

TAPSKIN: THE PACKAGING SURFACE BECOMES SOFTWARE

TAPSKIN is a dynamic, customizable, updatable, and waste-free packaging solution, enabled by a refillable system and Adaptive Skin technology: an ultra-low power digital surface that does not require continuous energy and delivers a natural, paper-like visual output. The result is a form-agnostic system, scalable from beauty to pharma, redefining not only packaging but the entire product experience

A new category of packaging

PROGRAMMABLE
PRIMARY
PACKAGING
PLATFORM.

TAPSKIN is not “packaging with a display,” but a new category of smart cosmetic packaging, where the surface acts as an adaptive communication layer while preserving the look and perceived value of a premium object.

A solution designed
for cosmetic brands
seeking:

  1. Visual flexibility without
    technical complexity

  2. Regulatory and
    sustainable alignment

  3. Concrete,
    long-term differentiation

  4. Customer loyalty, traceability,
    and continuous interaction

  5. The ability to meet the demand
    for true “one-to-one personalization”

Additional solution for cosmetic companies

Elimination of dead stock
Millions of unused packaging units—made obsolete
by regulatory changes, seasonal graphics, or
limited editions—no longer need to be destroyed.
Packaging can be updated via software, drastically
reducing costs and waste.

How the
“Magic Tap” works

For an immediate and intuitive experience, the system is based on a modular architecture.

“COVER 2.0”
a smart lid with high-resolution Adaptive Skin display

REFILL
the product content, to be replaced once finished

Through a proprietary iOS app, users or store managers can select content such as graphics, regulatory updates, or skincare reminders. By bringing a smartphone close to the packaging,  FC/Bluetooth technology transfers data in real time. The display updates instantly and, thanks to Zero Power technology, retains images and text without energy consumption, with natural paper-like readability.

Claims and Benefits

  1. Programmable surface
    From static decoration to dynamic interface: packaging becomes a living, always updatable space
  2. Inclusivity & accessibility
    High contrast and scalable typography ensure optimal readability
  3. Adaptive communication
    Dosages, regulatory info, and multilingual content always updated via smartphone
  4. Drastic waste reduction
    Elimination of printing, coatings, and reduced plastic vs standard packaging
  5. Long-life architecture
    Refillable system with separated electronics for extended lifecycle
  6. Platform versatility
    Scalable infrastructure across beauty, nutraceutical, and medical sectors

Technology Features

  1. Adaptive Skin Display
    Transforms the pack surface into a
    programmable reflective display
  2. Zero-Print Design
    Eliminates the need for permanent decoration and traditional printing
  3. Dual connectivity  BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) NFC integration
  4. Advanced modularity
    Separation between durable electronics and refillable cosmetic component
  5. Energy efficiency
    Ultra-low power Li-ion battery, USB-C rechargeable Content remains visible without continuous power

Sustainability

  1. Eco-design architecture
    Updates become software, educing the need for new materials
  2. PPWR compliance
    Designed for future European ackaging regulations
  3. Waste reduction
    Elimination of leaflets and obsolete stock
  4. Extended lifecycle
    Refillable system for long-term use
  5. Responsible end-of-life
    Designed for easy separation of electronic components (WEEE principles)

Certifications, Patents & Regulatory Compliance

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Technology covered by patent applications (patent pending) for the integration of programmable surfaces and modular architectures applied to refillable primary packaging.

REGULATORY SUSTAINABILITY
Materials and design aligned with the PPWR regulation.

EUROPEAN COMPLIANCE
Designed in accordance with the Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 and the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR)

CERTIFIABLE ELECTRONICS
Components designed to comply with CE standards, RoHS Directive, and WEEE principles for end-of-life management.

Consumer benefits

Inclusivity and personalization for a “phygital” experience.

The high-contrast, non-reflective surface
significantly improves readability compared to metallic or glossy finishes, which are often critical in bright environments such as vanities or retail spaces.

TAPSKIN redefines the user experience, becoming a unique object: customized graphics, artistic patterns, and visual reminders transform the beauty routine into a “phygital” experience.

The system allows users to:

  • Optimize contrast for visually impaired or color-blind users
  • Display instructions, shades, SPF, or reminders
  • Support multilingual and regulatory content
  • Improve compliance without paper leaflets

How to use it

  1. Open the refillable packaging like a traditional product

  2. Apply the product according to your routine

  3. Bring your smartphone close to activate NFC or Bluetooth

  4. Select what to display: shade, SPF, reminders, or custom content

  5. Update the interface at any time

  6. Repeat whenever you want to change the appearance

  7. Recharge the lid via USB-C and monitor it via the app

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