Active Concepts has launched AC Pina Colloida, a film-forming biopolymer for skin and hair care made from upcycled pineapple leaf.
AC Pina Colloida improves the skin’s protective barrier function, helping to lock in moisture and prevent micro-pollution attacks.
By working on the dermal-epidermal junction integrity, it could prevent visible signs of ageing.
AC Pina Colloida enhances the structural integrity of hair by preventing the harmful effects of UV irradiation, resulting in healthier hair and demonstrating effective physical and sensorial properties which improve overall skin coverage and product appearance.
The ingredient is made using pineapple leaf fibre, which has a high cellulose content.
Cellulose serves as a crucial element in polymer reinforcement, biodegradable product additives, membrane reinforcement, and the development of renewable biomaterials.
Active Concepts has repurposed pineapple crown waste to extract cellulose, aiming to reduce environmental pollution by transforming this residue into a valuable precursor for AC Pina Colloida.
The company said its expertise in biofermentation played a crucial role in delicately crafting this active with cross-linking technology based on yeast, addressing environmental pollution, and contributing to a greener future.
