Harnessing Extremophiles: The Adventurous World of Extreme Organisms in Cosmetics

The world of cosmetics is ever-evolving, with a constant quest for innovation and novel ingredients. One such fascinating area of exploration is the use of extremophiles within the cosmetics industry. 

Extremophiles are remarkable organisms that thrive in extreme environmental conditions such as high temperatures, acidity, salinity, and pressure. Their unique adaptations have piqued the interest of the cosmetic world, as they hold the potential to revolutionise skincare and beauty products. In this blog, we delve into the captivating world of extremophiles and explore their applications in the world of cosmetics.

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New Principal: Labio

We’re proud to introduce you to an exciting new principal for personal care products: Labio. Based in Korea, Labio specialises in bio-technology and specifically focuses on extremophiles. Through a unique combination of metabolome, fermentology and cell engineering, this innovative company looks at developing efficient, sustainable and more eco-friendly ingredients with enhanced dermatological benefits for a range of personal care applications.Continue reading

Reconnecting NatureTM: The Latest In-Vitro Results

Developed by two Finnish universities, Reconnecting NatureTM from Uute Scientific Oy is a pioneering, world-first product that connects beauty and immunity together. Its patented technology aims to address the lack of microbial diversity that is seen more prominently now than ever by reintroducing beneficial and hugely diverse microbes back into our lives.Continue reading

The Personal Care for Menopause Trend

Collagen plays an important role in keeping our skin strong, firm and hydrated, yet women begin to produce less collagen very quickly during menopause – around 30% is lost in the first five years and a further 2% every year after that. As our collagen levels reduce, skin becomes dry and less firm, blemishes take longer to heal, wrinkles and jowls appear and our hair gets thinner. We may also find our skin can become sensitive or unpredictable. Continue reading