Givaudan unveils RetiLife™, a molecule for anti-ageing and a breakthrough evolution for the cosmetic industry. This new active ingredient is a pioneering 100% natural-origin retinol crafted through biotech.
Givaudan unveils RetiLife™, a molecule for anti-ageing and a breakthrough evolution for the cosmetic industry. This new active ingredient is a pioneering 100% natural-origin retinol crafted through biotech.
The label utilizes dermatological expertise to determine the final score of a given active ingredient based on short-term impact after one application on the skin and other criteria.
Through the use of micro-organisms, pure retinol is produced in a natural carrier during a fermentation process from plant sugars and combined with natural antioxidants to ensure its protection, even at a very high concentration.
As a preview of the in-cosmetics Global trade show, the cosmetics ingredient manufacturer unveils RetiLife, a 100% natural-origin retinol crafted through biotechnology.
RetiLife, Givaudan Active Beauty’s new active ingredient, is a molecule designed to fight skin ageing. It is, according to the company, the first 100% naturally sourced retinol.
Fermentation process
This sustainable alternative to synthetic retinol was produced through the use of micro-organisms. First, pure retinol is.