Upcycling - The sustainable use of food waste

For us, the circular economy has always been an obvious choice.

Already in 2012, when we started producing our Organic Hazelnut Oil, the shell scraps were finely chopped to be used in the production of body exfoliating cosmetics. While the scraps obtained from the cold pressing of the hazelnuts and the skins, still rich in fibers and polyphenols, were transformed into “de-oiled” flour perfect for cleansing delicate and sensitive skin such as that of children.

Upcycling in the Beauty sector is increasingly trendy today. And it's about time!

Consumers are increasingly attentive to the ingredients and quality of formulations, pushing brands to commit to finding solutions that respect the environment and do not cause uncontrolled exploitation of resources.

Our formulas are becoming richer in natural extracts, vitamins and antioxidants, expertly combined with cutting-edge technologies through production processes with a lower impact on the environment and the use of ingredients obtained from green chemistry and circular economy now represent an essential standard for us.

We present the first product, of a long series, obtained from FOOD RECYCLING THAT WE USE IN OUR PRIVATE LABEL FORMULAS:

ORGANIC POMEGRANATE KERNEL OIL

Our Pomegranate Seed Oil is a by-product of the production of organic pomegranate juice. Golden yellow in color, slightly viscous, it comes from certified organic cultivation, with a characteristic, slightly nutty aroma.

Composition / Ingredients

Palmitic acid: 1.5-5%

Oleic acid: 3-10%

Linoleic acid: 3-10%

Punicinic acid: min. 60%

At the heart of the seeds we find the omega-5 fatty acid, punicic acid, which together with the flavonoids, polyphenols and phytohormones contained, the oil has excellent antioxidant, regenerating and anti-inflammatory properties, ideal for mature, sensitive, atopic and eczematous skin.