French cosmetic ingredients manufacturer Gattefossé has expanded its upcycling initiatives as part of its CSR strategy, Gatt’Up&Act. The company is focused on repurposing wasted materials to create high-quality, sustainable bioactives.
In the last two years, Gattefossé has developed two bioactive ingredients, Eyeglorius and Noxifense, from underutilized sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) leaves. These leaves, sourced from a family-owned organic orchard in Quebec, Canada, are collected during the annual September pruning of sea buckthorn trees, which also produce berries for food products.
Eyeglorius, launched in 2024, is a liposoluble anti-fatigue active obtained through supercritical CO2 extraction. The soon-to-be-released Noxifense focuses on skin sensitivity care, utilizing specific flavonoids for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It targets "oxi-inflammation," a process linked to oxidative stress and inflammation.
This initiative aligns with Gattefossé’s commitment to waste recovery and sustainable product development, supporting the company's broader environmental and CSR goals.
