Brenntag Specialties has entered a partnership with Cambrium to bring NovaColl, a novel vegan collagen, to the UK's beauty and personal care industry and additional key European regions, including Ireland, Iberia, France and Italy. This collaboration combines Brenntag’s market expertise in ingredient distribution with Cambrium’s biotechnology approach, which integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and precision fermentation in active ingredient development.
Applications of NovaColl in Skin Care
NovaColl (INCI: sh-Polypeptide-47) is described as:
- a 100% skin-identical, micro-molecular collagen
- developed through precision fermentation,
- offering a sustainable, cruelty-free alternative to traditional collagen sources.
Per the company, the ingredient’s micro-molecular structure provides multi-layered benefits across the skin, making it applicable in various skin care formulations aimed at supporting the skin's structure and promoting elasticity.
This partnership underlines the broader trend of integrating advanced biotech solutions into personal care formulations to meet increasing consumer demands for sustainable and effective skin care products. By incorporating NovaColl, brands can deliver scientifically validated solutions that align with ethical consumption and environmental sustainability.
Collab to Advance Formulation Capabilities
Brenntag's network of beauty and care innovation and application centers within Europe offers customers technical support in developing formulations that incorporate NovaColl. Additionally, Brenntag’s team of technical service managers will guide product developers to adapt NovaColl to specific formulation needs, ensuring its integration is seamless and effective across skin care applications.
Per the companies, this collaboration also highlights the growing importance of partnerships in leveraging scientific advancements for broader market benefits. Cambrium’s commitment to designing AI-driven active ingredients complements Brenntag’s established expertise in ingredient management and supply chains, offering a promising platform for future innovations in personal care.
Industry Benefits and Future Implications
The introduction of NovaColl demonstrates how advanced biotech and distribution networks can address critical market needs. As the demand for vegan, sustainable and effective skin care ingredients continues to grow, partnerships like Brenntag and Cambrium’s are said to set a precedent for innovation-driven collaboration. This approach not only enhances formulation possibilities for brands, but also creates opportunities for scalable, environmentally conscious solutions within the beauty and personal care sector.
At the upcoming Cosmet'Agora trade show in Paris (January 14–15, 2025), Brenntag will showcase NovaColl at booth 111-112. Industry professionals can learn more about its applications, capabilities and potential to redefine personal care formulations.
