Biodiversité

What Biodiversité does

Biodiversité (legal name: Biodiversite do Brasil Distribuidora de Insumos Cosméticos e Farmaceuticos Ltda) is a privately held Brazilian B2B distributor founded in 2009 and headquartered in Londrina, Paraná, with a secondary commercial office in São Paulo. The company distributes premium active ingredients and raw materials to compounding pharmacies (its primary segment) and to cosmetic and pharmaceutical manufacturers, positioning itself as a gateway between international proprietary technologies — sourced from France, Japan, Korea, and Brazil — and Brazil's magistral (compounded) cosmetics and nutraceutical market. Its product portfolio spans three categories: Biopérolas Francesas (microencapsulated premium fragrances), Dermocosméticos (topical actives for anti-aging, pigmentation, acne, hair, and skin barrier applications), and Nutraceuticals/Nutricosmetics (oral actives for mitochondrial biogenesis, glycemic control, gut health, and beauty-from-within). Approximately 95% of the portfolio is natural, with Ecocert Cosmos, Vegan, Cruelty Free, and OGM Free certifications.

The technology backbone is a portfolio of proprietary and licensed ingredient technologies — including the patented Mitburn combination (oleanolic acid + oleuropein), the 48.65% ascorbic-acid Luminecense amphiphilic molecule, Korean nanoencapsulation Skin Flore Code, Japanese GGT-inhibitor Kawaii Kirei, and supramolecular carbon Moleculare — sourced from French, Japanese, and Korean laboratories and marketed with clinical-study-backed efficacy claims to compounding pharmacists and prescribers. Biodiversité commercializes these inputs through a registration-gated e-commerce portal, direct phone and WhatsApp sales, and a content library (technical materials, formulations, magazines) targeted at healthcare professionals, with no public pricing. The company is entirely founder-owned and operated by the Quenca family (Joyce Quenca as R&D Director/Co-founder, Otacilio Quenca as Financial Director, Renan Quenca as Commercial Director/Co-founder), with no disclosed institutional capital or external shareholders. No revenue, funding, or headcount data beyond the 51–100 employee band has been disclosed.

Name

Biodiversité

Legal name

Biodiversite do Brasil Distribuidora de Insumos Cosméticos e Farmaceuticos Ltda

Website

https://biodiversite.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Biodiversité is a privately held Brazilian B2B distributor founded in 2009 that supplies premium active ingredients and raw materials — sourced from France, Japan, Korea, and Brazil — to compounding pharmacies and cosmetic/pharmaceutical manufacturers across dermocosmetic and nutraceutical applications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cosmetic Ingredient Distribution

NAICS

Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411), Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing (325414)

SIC

Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833), Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Bio-based Pharmaceuticals, Nutraceuticals & Specialty Bioactives (EUAAAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Bio-based Surfactants, Detergent Ingredients & Oleochemicals (EUAAAIAE)

Keywords

• Cosmetic ingredient distribution
• Compounding pharmacy supplies
• Dermocosmetic active ingredients
• Nutraceutical raw materials
• French botanical extracts

Headquarters

HQ city

Londrina

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Active Ingredient Distribution: B2B distribution of premium active ingredients for compounded dermocosmetics and nutraceuticals to pharmacies and industries. Products sold in various sizes (100g to 1kg for powders, 10ml to 1L for liquids).
2. Biopérolas Francesas (French Fragrances): Premium microencapsulated fragrances with French raw materials and technology for compounding pharmacies. Sold in sizes from 50ml to 2L.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Biodiversité is a Brazilian B2B distributor of premium cosmetic and pharmaceutical active ingredients sourced from France, Japan, Korea and Brazil for the magistral (compounding) market. The company supplies compounding pharmacies and cosmetic/pharmaceutical manufacturers with high-concentration, certified organic and vegan active ingredients for dermocosmetic, nutricosmetic, and nutraceutical formulations, including French microencapsulated fragrances, K-Beauty and Japanese smart-tech actives, and proprietary patented complexes.

Product overview

Biodiversité is a Brazilian distributor of premium cosmetic ingredients (insumos cosméticos) founded in 2009, specializing in active ingredients for compounded formulations. The company operates as a multi-product portfolio distributor offering three main product categories: (1) Biopérolas Francesas - premium French fragrances in microencapsulated forms; (2) Dermocosméticos - topical actives for dermatological and dermocosmetic formulations addressing skin health, anti-aging, pigmentation, acne, and hair care; and (3) Nutracêuticos e Nutricosméticos - oral actives for health, longevity, and beauty applications. The portfolio includes over 40 distinct products spanning smart tech actives, organic certified ingredients, K-Beauty and French technologies, and plant-based solutions. The company emphasizes clean beauty, natural ingredients, vegan and cruelty-free formulations, and certifications including Ecocert Cosmos France. Products are distributed primarily to compounding pharmacies and industries in Brazil, with presence in Europe and Asia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Allure Sports Biopérolas Francesas Premium French microencapsulated fragrance with aquatic, woody and spicy oriental notes (bergamot, mandarin, cedar, black pepper, tonka bean, amber). Sold to compounding pharmacies in sizes from 50ml to 2L for incorporation into personalized cosmetic formulations.
• J'adore Biopérolas Francesas Premium French microencapsulated fragrance with fruity floral notes (Ylang Ylang, Damask Rose, Jasmine). Sold to compounding pharmacies in sizes from 50ml to 2L for personalized perfumery and cosmetic formulations.
• Lavanda Biopérolas Francesas Premium French microencapsulated fragrance of pure lavender from Provence fields. Sold to compounding pharmacies in sizes from 50ml to 2L for incorporation into relaxation and aromatherapy cosmetic formulations.
• Miss Dior Biopérolas Francesas Premium French microencapsulated fragrance composed of Gardenia, Galbanum, Lilies, Roses, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley. Sold to compounding pharmacies in sizes from 50ml to 2L.
• The Vert Biopérolas Francesas Premium French microencapsulated green floral fragrance. Sold to compounding pharmacies in sizes from 50ml to 2L for freshness-forward cosmetic formulations.
• Acnulight Dermocosmetic active for compounding pharmacies and industries that treats acne by killing bacteria, promoting healing, and inhibiting pustule and stain formation. Composed of rice extract and xanthones from Mangosteen shell; 75% reduction in acne appearance and 90% reduction in inflammation at 0.5% concentration in 28 days.
• Angel Be K-Beauty smart-tech active from Jeju Island for treating atopic dermatitis, rosacea and psoriasis. Composed of phytoplankton and microalgae extract from soft coral D.gigantea. Sold to compounding pharmacies for skin exposome combat.
• Beautifiqué Dermocosmetic anti-aging active based on phytochemicals from French Chardonnay grapes. Lipid repairer for skin, lips and hair containing more than 22 types of vitamin E in bioavailable form plus vegan omegas. Sold to compounding pharmacies and manufacturers.
• Bioblanc Plant-based, organic, vegan IN & OUT depigmentant permitted for use in pregnant and lactating women. Composed of olive polyphenols (oleuropein, hydroxytyrosol, tyrosol, verbascoside). Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Bloomé Korean bioengineering active for hair growth formulated with Cudrania tricuspidata and Sargassum fusiforme from Jeju Island. Stimulates hair growth phase, strengthens roots and reduces hair loss with results comparable to Minoxidil. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Cerasomosides Next-generation skin and organism health active composed of glycosyl ceramides, digalactosyl diglycerides and vegan omegas 3, 6, 9. Raw material from organic wheat in the Champagne-Picardie region of France with zero gluten. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• DNA Ecopur Organic and vegan active with plant DNA fragments that mimic cellular DNA function. Nucleotide chains from wheat germ cells extracted from European wheat from the Picardie Champagne-Ardenne region. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Exfobrésil 100% vegetable exfoliant presented as alternative to microbeads. Features perfect particle form and size for non-abrasive exfoliation with drug delivery technology for active release to skin. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Feminité Bioactive phytoestrogen active extracted from avocado seed for women seeking natural alternatives to balance hormones and relieve menopause symptoms. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Full White Stable complex of vegan lipophilic fullerene associated with olive squalane green complex for melasma and hyperpigmentation. Provides 74% improvement in melasma condition in 8 weeks and 98% when combined with Moleculare. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Green Brush Vegan, natural and organic active for manipulated hair treatments made from tannins of Brazil Nut and Baru Nut associated with amphiphilic vitamin C and hydrolyzed French wheat protein. Provides 70% increase in hair hydration, 75% less volume, 80% increase in hair shine. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Kawaii Kirei Japanese-produced anti-aging active that inhibits gamma-glutamyltranspeptidase (GGT), the essential enzyme in glutathione metabolism. Reversible inhibitor of hydrolases used as a skin clarifying agent. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Luminecense Topical vitamin C active with the world's highest ascorbic acid concentration (48.65%). Amphiphilic, 100% stable, non-ionic molecule that provides total skin penetration without becoming a pro-oxidant. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Luxesense Sensory modifier composed of organic French flaxseed mucilage, concentrated soluble fiber and polysaccharide compound. Rich in proteins, minerals, vitamins and oils for velvety skin feel. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• M.luxe Plant-based French elixir as a green alternative to dimethicones for hair use. Oil-gelified exclusive form providing lubricity, soft touch and emollient properties. Provides 100% increase in hair shine in first application at 5% concentration. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Minimizing K-Beauty active blending extracts from 9 plants of Asian biodiversity with Korean technology. Eliminates dilated pores and excessive oiliness with 83% reduction in dilated pores, 90% oil control, 75% reduction in blackheads and whiteheads. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Moleculare Smart whitening technology from supramolecular NASA nanostructured carbon technology. Eliminates 94% of sun-induced spots without rebound effect. Sold to compounding pharmacies for melasma treatment.
• PDRN Plant Exclusive active derived from French buckwheat with cell regeneration properties. Accelerates wound healing, fights inflammation, and increases elastin production by 300%. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Santé Beauté Epigenetic modulator obtained from a blend of Pinot Noir grapes from Burgundy and Chardonnay grapes from Champagne associated with French olive notes. Organic, natural vegan complex with high concentration of phytochemicals for epigenetic modulation. Awarded best active ingredient of Brazilian and French biodiversity at COLAMIQC 2019. Sold to compounding pharmacies across dermo and nutricosmetic lines.
• Skin Flore Code Korean nanoencapsulated smart technology with topical probiotic formulation of fermented white and red Ginseng with live Bifidobacterium strains. Identifies skin needs and restores microbiome balance. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Soleil 50+ Plant-based sunscreen combining SPB (50.00%) and SPO (20.00%) rich in vegetable omegas to hydrate and treat skin while protecting against UVA and UVB radiation. Provides SPF up to 50. Sold to compounding pharmacies and manufacturers.
• Vegelight Vegetable silicone substitute extracted from Polynesian coconut. Green substitute for cyclomethicone obtained through green chemical processes. Sold to compounding pharmacies and manufacturers as sensory modifier.
• Alpha Zen Nutraceutical/nutricosmetic active for melasma treatment and inflammation modulation extracted from seeds of Japanese species Cuscuta Japonica. Concentrates and stabilizes phytochemicals with skin lightening action via MSH, tyrosinase and MITF regulation. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Codage Superfood product based on spirulina and plant-based thermogenic actives. Can be diluted in water, drinks or meals; vegan and organic blend with ingredients from biological and sustainable agriculture. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Gutburn Adaptive neuro-intestine active for vitality and performance. Acts on HPA axis and intestinal microbiota modulation, reducing effects of chronic stress and activating metabolic pathways linked to energy, mood and resistance. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Mitburn Patented combination of oleanolic acid and oleuropein extracted from organic olive trees in Provence, France. First natural nutraceutical ingredient with potent mitochondrial biogenesis and lipolysis properties via TGR5 receptor regulation. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Quercell Biodiversité Innovative bioactive polyphenolic flavonoid extracted from onion bark developed in Biodiversité laboratories. Provides anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and cardioprotective properties with high bioavailability quercetin. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• RedburnK Prebiotic and probiotic treatment for intestinal regularization. Formula enriched with Red Ginseng connected with patented Bifidobacterium H-1 strain to produce Compound K (45%). Activates more than 20 bacteria responsible for microbiota modulation. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• ShotBurn Detox treatment composed of Lonicera caerulea extract, Olea europea, Oleanolic acid, Oleoeuropein, Olive leaf extract, chrome and ascorbic acid. Potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and detox action. Concentrated extract of raw materials from Mitburn and Vegburn. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• V2PeP 100% vegan type II collagen made from buckwheat through cutting-edge peptide technology. Bioactive structure acts directly on cartilages with regenerative and immunomodulatory action, inhibiting inflammatory processes and preserving functional elasticity. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• VegBurn Active from rare plant cultivated in French Vosges mountains with isolated phytochemicals from Lonicera caerulea in patented combinations. Reduces glycemic curve through alpha-amylase inhibition, regulates genes involved in adipogenesis and carbohydrate metabolism. Rich in calcium, magnesium, vitamin C. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Luminecense Inn Oral beauty drink with Japanese enzymatic technology combining N-acetylglucosamine, hyaluronic acid, marine collagen peptides and natural Japanese green apple extract. Provides elevated bioavailability of actives for skin beauty. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• K Some AG Exosome derived from plant stem cells using standardized materials through plant stem cell culture systems instead of plant raw materials. High concentration and purity exosomes produced through a non-chemical patent method. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• K Some ME Exosome derived from plant stem cells for mass production of high-efficiency materials. High concentration and purity exosomes produced through a non-chemical patent method that minimizes loss of useful substances from natural products. Sold to compounding pharmacies.
• Absollue Plénitude Smart tech active with intelligent technology that identifies skin needs. Green molecular complex from Baru and Brazil nut extract waste associated with wheat protein, using microencapsulation. Provides 70% increase in aquaporin gene expression, improving skin hydration. Awarded best active ingredient of Brazilian and French biodiversity at COLAMIQC 2019. Sold to compounding pharmacies.

Quantifiable outcome

• LumineCense: 48.65% ascorbic acid concentration - highest in the market
• +8 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Chemyunion: Brazilian specialty ingredients manufacturer and distributor serving cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical markets. Comparable to Biodiversité through overlapping product categories (active ingredients for dermocosmetics), Brazilian market focus, and B2B sales to formulators and compounding pharmacies.
• Innovacos: Brazilian specialty ingredients company providing natural actives and specialty ingredients for personal care, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical markets. Direct competitor to Biodiversité in the Brazilian active ingredients distribution segment serving compounding pharmacies and formulators.
• Beraca Ingredients: Brazilian supplier of natural and organic ingredients from Amazon biodiversity for cosmetics, personal care, and nutraceuticals. Direct competitor to Biodiversité in the Brazilian natural active ingredients segment, with similar focus on clean beauty certifications and traceable supply chains.

Broad incumbents

• Ashland: Global specialty chemicals company with personal care and pharmaceutical ingredients portfolio. Comparable through supply of specialty bioactives to cosmetic formulators, though serves broader industrial customer base beyond Brazilian compounding pharmacies.
• Symrise: Global flavors, fragrances, and cosmetic ingredients company. Overlaps with Biodiversité's Biopérolas Francesas fragrance line and broader cosmetic active ingredients portfolio, though Symrise operates at much larger scale and serves global multinational customers.
• Lipotec (Lubrizol Life Science): Spanish specialty ingredients company (Lubrizol subsidiary) supplying peptide-based and bioactive ingredients for cosmetics. Comparable to Biodiversité's LumineCense vitamin C and peptide technologies, though serves broader global customers with deeper R&D resources.
• Seppic (Air Liquide Healthcare): French specialty ingredients supplier for personal care and pharmaceutical markets. Comparable to Biodiversité through French sourcing heritage, focus on premium cosmetic actives, and supply to formulation customers including compounding pharmacies.
• Croda International: Global specialty chemicals company with major personal care and cosmetics ingredients business. Competes with Biodiversité indirectly through global ingredient supply to multinational formulators, though it serves a broader portfolio and does not specialize in compounding pharmacy distribution.
• Evonik Personal Care: German specialty chemicals company with dedicated personal care ingredients business including bioactives, sensory modifiers, and specialty compounds. Competes with Biodiversité indirectly through supply of premium cosmetic ingredients to global and Brazilian formulators.
• Gattefossé: French specialty ingredients company supplying lipid chemistry and botanical actives for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Comparable through its French sourcing base (also a key supplier geography for Biodiversité) and focus on premium natural ingredients for skin care formulators.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Biodiversitebrasil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/biodiversite

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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