Adina Cosmetic Ingredients

What Adina Cosmetic Ingredients does

Adina Cosmetic Ingredients Ltd. is a privately held UK-based B2B supplier of specialty cosmetic ingredients, founded in 1991 and headquartered in the Tunbridge Wells area. The company sources and distributes a curated portfolio of branded ingredients to cosmetic and personal care manufacturers, including UV filters (PARSOL EHS, PARSOL Shield, PARSOL 1789), microalgae biotech actives (ALGAKTIV Collage), botanical and hemp-derived extracts (RESPLANTA ranges from Sharon Laboratories), upcycled exfoliants (White Rice CRUSH, Olive CRUSH), peptides, and functional additives. Alongside ingredients, Adina publishes a growing library of ready-to-use formulations spanning sun protection, eye care, lip care, masks, and dry shampoo categories, which serve as new product development (NPD) inspiration for customers rather than products sold to end consumers.

The business operates on a sales-led, direct B2B model with no visible e-commerce or self-service ordering. Customers engage through the website to browse ingredients and formulations, then contact Ingredient Specialists via phone (01892 517585) or email ([email protected]) for quotes and personalized guidance. The company employs 11-50 staff and emphasizes technical expertise, regulatory navigation, and one-to-one formulation support as its primary differentiators. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is assumed to be quote-based and negotiated per customer and order. Marketing relies on content channels — a website catalog, formulations showcase, SEO-optimized popular search categories (Algae, Upcycled, UV Filters), email newsletter, and a Trends Hub covering themes such as metaverse beauty and AI-driven innovation.

Revenue is generated entirely through ingredient and formulation sales to B2B customers, with the company primarily serving the UK personal care manufacturing market. There is no disclosed parent company, no institutional investor, no M&A activity, and no disclosed revenue figure, and global expansion is not claimed. The company's value proposition centers on being a knowledgeable intermediary that combines supplier-side relationships with first-hand formulation experience, a positioning the firm attributes to over three decades of dedicated focus on the personal care industry.

Name

Adina Cosmetic Ingredients

Legal name

Adina Cosmetic Ingredients Ltd.

Website

https://cosmeticingredients.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Adina Cosmetic Ingredients is a UK-based B2B distributor of specialty cosmetic ingredients and ready-to-use formulations, serving cosmetic and personal care manufacturers since 1991 through a direct, expert-led sales model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cosmetic Ingredients Distribution

NAICS

Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Personal Care & Cosmetic Ingredients (IMAEABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Eye & Lip Skincare (CRABAAAC), Hand & Foot Care (CRABAAAE)

Keywords

• Cosmetic ingredients
• Personal care ingredients
• Sun care formulations
• Upcycled cosmetic materials
• Skincare formulations

Headquarters

HQ city

Tunbridge Wells

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Cosmetic Ingredient Sales: The company operates as a B2B supplier of cosmetic ingredients to personal care manufacturers and formulators. Revenue is generated through the sale of specialty ingredients including UV filters (PARSOL® range), botanical extracts, upcycled materials, peptides, and functional additives. The company also provides formulations (ready-to-use product concepts) which may be offered as part of their ingredient portfolio or as inspiration for customer NPD.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Adina Cosmetic Ingredients sources and supplies a curated portfolio of specialty cosmetic ingredients (UV filters, botanical extracts, upcycled materials, peptides, microalgae biotech ingredients) to cosmetic and personal care manufacturers in the UK. The company also provides ready-to-use formulations (sun care, eye care, lip care, masks, dry shampoo) as NPD inspiration, backed by one-to-one consultation from in-house Ingredient Specialists and technical staff who assist with formulation development and regulatory queries.

Product overview

Adina Cosmetic Ingredients operates as a B2B distribution platform for cosmetic ingredient suppliers, offering a portfolio of branded ingredients and ready-made formulations. The core offering includes ingredients (such as ALGAKTIV® Collage, PARSOL® EHS, RESPLANTA PHYTO HEMP IN-FUSION MB, and White Rice CRUSH™ products) alongside pre-formulated cosmetic products (including sun protection, eye care, lip care, and mask formulations). The platform provides ingredient sourcing, NPD inspiration, formulation guidance, and technical support to manufacturers in the personal care industry since 1991.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ALGAKTIV® Collage Sustainable microalgae biotech ingredient designed to boost collagen production for cosmetic formulations. Sold to cosmetic manufacturers seeking innovative sustainable actives for anti-aging and skincare NPD.
• PARSOL® EHS UVB filter ingredient used in sun protection cosmetic formulations. Sold to sunscreen and personal care manufacturers developing UVA/UVB protective products.
• RESPLANTA PHYTO HEMP IN-FUSION MB Non-ionic water-soluble ingredient enabling incorporation of hemp seed oil into cosmetic formulations. Targeted at personal care manufacturers developing natural/botanical-based products.
• White Rice CRUSH™ Large (300-750µm) Natural and sustainable exfoliating powder made from upcycled rice, with particle size 300-750 micrometers. Sold to personal care manufacturers developing exfoliating skincare and body care products with sustainable ingredient profiles.
• Melting Latte Eye Serum Stick (Formulation) Ready-to-use eye serum stick formulation designed to help prevent signs of aging around the undereye area. Provided as NPD inspiration for cosmetic brand customers.
• Phyto Lip Gloss (Formulation) Lip gloss formulation providing shine and comfort, featuring RESPLANTA PHYTO BROCCOLI MB ingredient. Provided as NPD inspiration for cosmetic manufacturers.
• Sun Shield Body Glow SPF 35 (Formulation) Sun protection body formulation designed to enhance skin radiance while providing hydration. Uses PARSOL® UV filters and PENTAVITIN®. Provided as NPD inspiration for sun care manufacturers.
• CELLANEW Shield & Revitalize Cream Roll-on with SPF (Formulation) Featherlight facial or body cream in roll-on format with broad UVA and UVB protection and B rating Eco Score. Provided as NPD inspiration for cosmetic manufacturers.
• Daily Protect Sun Spray SPF 50+ (Formulation) Lightweight sun spray with invisible finish providing SPF 50+ protection. Provided as NPD inspiration for sun care manufacturers.
• Protecting Lip Balm SPF 30 (Formulation) Multi-functional lip balm formulation providing sun defense and luxury protection. Provided as NPD inspiration for lip care manufacturers.
• NINA Sun Cream with Resconcept Sun Eco Star (Formulation) Sun cream formulation utilizing eco-friendly SPF 50+ with broader multifunctional aspects. Provided as NPD inspiration for sustainable sun care manufacturers.
• Cherishd Dry Shampoo (Formulation) Dry shampoo formulation featuring upcycled rice and olive exfoliating ingredients (White Rice CRUSH™ Active, Olive CRUSH™ Active). Provided as NPD inspiration for haircare manufacturers.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Croda International: UK-headquartered global specialty chemicals company and one of the largest suppliers of personal care and cosmetic ingredients worldwide. Directly comparable as a cosmetic ingredients supplier serving personal care manufacturers, albeit at vastly greater scale than Adina.
• BASF Personal Care: Personal Care division of BASF, a leading global supplier of cosmetic ingredients including UV filters, actives, and polymers. Directly comparable as a B2B supplier of UV filter and specialty cosmetic ingredients to manufacturers.
• Evonik Personal Care & Hygiene: Specialty chemicals supplier serving the personal care industry with actives, conditioning agents, and delivery systems. Directly comparable as a supplier of specialty cosmetic ingredients to personal care formulators globally.
• Ashland: Global specialty chemicals company supplying personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial customers with functional ingredients and formulations. Comparable to Adina as a B2B specialty ingredient supplier in personal care.
• Seppic (Air Liquide): Subsidiary of Air Liquide producing specialty cosmetic and pharmaceutical ingredients (emulsifiers, actives, polymers). Directly comparable as a specialty ingredient supplier to cosmetic formulators.
• Givaudan Active Beauty: Division of Givaudan supplying cosmetic actives, botanical extracts, and functional ingredients to personal care brands. Directly comparable as a supplier of cosmetic ingredients including botanical and biotech actives.

Broad incumbents

• Lubrizol Personal Care (Berkshire Hathaway): Specialty chemicals provider serving multiple industries including a major personal care division. Comparable as a broad-ingredient supplier to cosmetic manufacturers, though part of a wider chemicals portfolio.
• Azelis: Global specialty chemicals and food ingredients distributor supplying personal care customers. Comparable to Adina as a B2B specialty ingredients distributor, though diversified across multiple end markets.
• IMCD: Global specialty chemicals distribution company serving personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial markets. Comparable as a specialty ingredients distributor in personal care, but diversified across many chemistries and geographies.
• Innospec: Specialty chemicals company with a personal care division producing performance ingredients for cosmetic formulators. Comparable as a specialty supplier to personal care manufacturers, though part of a broader fuel and oilfield chemicals business.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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