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and create consistent certification and regulatory frameworks. The cosmetics industry harbours significant
potential for sustainable innovation. By utilising advanced technologies and encouraging cross-industry collaboration, manufacturers can develop solutions that prioritise both environmental and social wellbeing. Scaling up the production of sustainable ingredients will improve the accessibility and affordability of palm oil-free products, while developing products tailored to specific consumer needs can increase market reach and drive further innovation.
Current efforts and outlook The transition to sustainable and palm oil-free cosmetics represents both a challenge and an opportunity for the industry. By adopting innovative raw materials, leveraging advanced technologies, and committing to transparency, manufacturers can meet the growing demand for sustainable and ethically produced products. Through continuous investment in research,
adherence to rigorous certification standards and transparent communication, the cosmetics industry can lead the way in developing formulations that embody the principles of sustainability and ethical sourcing. The result is a new generation of cosmetics that not only deliver exceptional performance but also contribute to a more sustainable planet. Fermentation-derived ingredients like propanediol and a levulinic acid blend offer viable solutions, providing multifunctional benefits while reducing environmental impact. Cosphatec, a leading international raw
materials manufacturer based in Hamburg, Germany, is committed to paving the way to a sustainable future for cosmetics. The company specialises in developing natural and sustainable ingredients that ensure the stability of cosmetic formulations in a natural way.
With its focus on innovation and
sustainability, Cosphatec is a pioneer in the development of alternative solutions for the cosmetics industry. All palm-oil derived raw materials that the company currently offers are available in a RSPO-certified quality, keeping true to its mission of eliminating environmental and social deficits in the production of cosmetic ingredients.
Sustainability meets efficacy Particularly noteworthy is the fact that Cosphatec now also offers the raw materials propanediol and an industry-established blend of levulinic acid, sodium levulinate and glycerin in a palm oil-free quality. These multifunctional ingredients, which
are used in various cosmetic applications, epitomise the company’s claim to offer natural and environmentally friendly alternatives without compromising on efficacy. Key facts on the two products are shown in Table 1. To demonstrate the efficacy of antimicrobial
properties, challenge test results are shown in Figure 1. Different multifunctionals were combined and tested according to Ph. Eur. A
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Figure 1: Challenge test results of a micellar water formulation and an O/W emulsion preserved with multifunctionals.
combination of organic acids, including the palm oil-free levulinic acid blend, with palm oil-free propanediol as a booster was tested in a micellar water formulation and an A criterion was achieved. The combination of different organic acids and the same palm oil-free propanediol in an O/W emulsion was also tested according to Ph. Eur. and passed with an A criterion. Cosphatec shows in its portfolio that nature,
sustainability and innovation functions and supports customers in individual solutions to actively meet market trends.
References 1. Future Market Insights. Skincare Market Outlook for 2024 to 2034. 2023
2. Future Market Insights. Globale Marktanalysen zur Nachhaltigkeit in der Hautpflege. 2024
May 2025 PERSONAL CARE PC
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