Biocosmethic

What Biocosmethic does

Biocosmethic SAS is a France-based B2B supplier of natural and botanical active ingredients for the global cosmetic and personal-care industry. Founded in 2013 in Bonnelles (share capital €2,042,000) and integrated into the Biolandes Group since 2022, the company sources plant material from biodiversity-rich regions including Bolivia (prickly pear for AQUAPUNTIA and REP'HAIRETHIC), China (TCM-derived OXILATA and ArtOfWhite), Australia (Kakadu plum for KalmEthic), and Brazil (Candeia-derived Alpha Bisabolol), and applies extraction technologies such as supercritical CO2 (used for Green Caffeine from Arabica and Robusta coffee beans) to produce a portfolio of 100+ proprietary branded actives alongside vegetable oils, essential oils, encapsulation systems, and botanical waters.

The company's product range is organized into five categories (active ingredients, vegetable oils and butters, essential oils, encapsulation, and waters/distillates), with flagship branded actives covering anti-aging (OXILATA, SIBETHIC), skin lightening (ArtOfWhite, SIBETHIC), hydration (AQUAPUNTIA, AQUALUNA, FLORAPUNTIA), sensitive-skin and microbiota care (KalmEthic, MELALEUCOL), scalp and hair care (SCALPETHIC, REP'HAIRETHIC, MANUK'ACTIV), UV and pollution protection (URBANETHIC), slimming (LIPOTETHIC, GREEN CAFFEINE), and oral care (TOTAROL). Biocosmethic supports these claims with documented efficacy data, technical documentation (TDS, MSDS), and IFSCC conference poster presentations (2015, 2016, 2018), backed by ISO 9001-2015 certification and EcoVadis Silver status.

Biocosmethic monetizes through one-time-purchase B2B sales of ingredients to cosmetic and personal-care manufacturers, distributed via a network of authorized resellers covering more than 20 countries across Europe, Asia, Oceania, the Americas, the Middle East, and Africa, alongside direct sales from its French headquarters. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and requires account registration to access technical documents. Go-to-market is event-driven, anchored by participation in In-cosmetics Global, In-cosmetics Asia, In-cosmetics Latin America, Suppliers' Day NYC, Cosmetagora, IFSCC conferences, and Cosme Tech Japan, supplemented by YouTube product demonstration videos, LinkedIn presence, and a newsletter program under Pascal Chevalier as Directeur général.

Name

Biocosmethic

Legal name

Biocosmethic SAS

Website

https://biocosmethic.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Biocosmethic SAS is a France-based B2B supplier of botanical and natural active ingredients — including proprietary branded extracts, vegetable oils, essential oils, and encapsulation systems — sold to cosmetic and personal-care manufacturers across 20+ countries via a distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cosmetic Ingredients

NAICS

Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers (4246)

SIC

Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

akta.pro primary industry

Personal Care & Cosmetic Ingredients (IMAEABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Natural Antimicrobials & Clean-Label Preservatives (Plant Extracts, Essential Oils, Fermented Extracts) (AFAJAFAF)

Keywords

• Cosmetic active ingredients
• Natural botanical extracts
• Vegetable oils butters
• Essential oils supply
• Supercritical CO2 extraction

Headquarters

HQ city

Bonnelles

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

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 Ingredients B2B Sales: Direct B2B sales of proprietary active ingredient products to cosmetic and personal care manufacturers. Products include active ingredients, vegetable oils, essential oils, waters, and encapsulation solutions sold through direct relationships with formulation companies and via distributor network.
2. Distributor Network: Products distributed through authorized distributor network spanning Europe, Asia, Oceania, Americas, and Africa, covering 20+ countries including France, Japan, Australia, Italy, Greece, Poland, Thailand, Vietnam, and others.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Biocosmethic supplies proprietary active ingredients, natural botanical extracts, vegetable oils and butters, essential oils, botanical waters, and encapsulation products to cosmetic and personal care formulation manufacturers worldwide. The portfolio includes branded ingredients such as FLORAPUNTIA, AQUAPUNTIA, MANUK'ACTIV, MELALEUCOL, AQUALUNA, VitaCethic, KalmEthic, OXILATA, TREMETHIC, and GREEN CAFFEINE, sourced globally and documented with technical data sheets (TDS) and material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Product overview

Biocosmethic is a French supplier of active ingredients and natural extracts for the cosmetic industry, founded in 2013 and part of the Biolandes Group since 2022. The company operates as a biodiversity-preserving ingredient supplier offering five core product categories: Active Ingredients (proprietary branded extracts like FLORAPUNTIA, MANUK'ACTIV, MELALEUCOL, AQUALUNA, VitaCethic, KalmEthic, OXILATA, TREMETHIC, URBANETHIC, LIPOTETHIC, REP'HAIRETHIC, SCALPETHIC, SIBETHIC, ArtOfWhite, InosEthic, AQUAPUNTIA, GREEN CAFFEINE, ALPHA BISABOLOL, and TOTAROL), Vegetable Oils and Butters (including Argan, Avocado, Jojoba, Macadamia, Moringa, and specialty oils), Essential Oils (including Tea Tree Oil and Rosalina Oil), Encapsulation technology, Waters/Distillates, and Other specialty ingredients. The company emphasizes sustainability, biodiversity preservation, and traceable supply chains across Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bee'Ethic: A range of sustainable local products from Biocosmethic beehives
• ArtOfWhite
• Kalmethic
• Oxilata
• Vitacethic
• FLORAPUNTIA
• MANUK'ACTIV
• MELALEUCOL
• AQUALUNA

Products and services

• FLORAPUNTIA (Opuntia ficus-indica flower) Cactus flower extract for optimal hydration capacity and photoflammaging protection through pyroptosis regulation, designed for cosmetic formulation manufacturers.
• MANUK'ACTIV (Leptospermum scoparium) Manuka extract for purifying both skin and scalp applications in cosmetic formulations.
• MELALEUCOL (Melaleuca alternifolia) Tea tree oil extract for protecting sensitive skin and preventing photoflamm'aging in cosmetic formulations.
• AQUALUNA (Epiphyllum oxypetalum) Queen of the Night flower extract providing a new age of global hydration for skin in cosmetic formulations.
• VitaCethic (Rosa Roxburghii) Smart barrier modulator to boost skin vitality, supporting oleostasis regulation, for cosmetic formulations.
• KalmEthic (Terminalia ferdinandiana) Kakadu plum extract high in Vitamin C that rebalances skin microbiota while reducing redness and cutaneous discomfort of sensitive skins.
• OXILATA Inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a global anti-aging solution that fights premature aging through deep detoxification and preserves skin architecture via endothelial cell action.
• TREMETHIC (Tremella fuciformis) Snow mushroom extract that fights against skin inflamm'aging, preserves skin architecture, and restores skin barrier function and homeostasis.
• URBANETHIC (Gossypium herbaceum extract) Cotton stem cell extract offering global protection against UV radiations, atmospheric pollutants, and heavy metals while preserving cellular viability.
• LIPOTETHIC (Suaeda maritima) Slimming active from edible sea blite plant rich in natural betaines; adipo-minimizer that acts against thighs and buttocks cellulites with caffeine booster effect.
• REP'HAIRETHIC (Opuntia ficus-indica) Bolivian prickly pear extract that repairs hair fiber while offering strength and vitality to hair.
• SCALPETHIC Hair care ingredient with innovative holistic approach to soothe sensitive scalp, protect scalp, soothe chronic itch, and inhibit inflammatory response.
• SIBETHIC (Larix sibirica) Siberian larch extract offering lightening and anti-aging solution with whitening properties.
• TOTAROL Totara heartwood extract with high concentration of totarol, offering antimicrobial and antioxidant properties for oral care, acne, skin and hair care products.
• ArtOfWhite (Atractylodes macrocephala) Traditional Chinese Medicine plant extract that enhances skin lightening with fast visible results for luminous and homogeneous skin.
• InosEthic (Inositol) Adaptogenic active from carob fruits offering protection and deep detoxification of skin while fighting signs of photo-aging.
• AQUAPUNTIA (Opuntia ficus-indica) Prickly pear gel from Bolivian supply chain offering immediate hydration (up to +37% in 2 hours) and long-term hydration (up to +59% after 72 hours).
• GREEN CAFFEINE 100% natural caffeine extracted from green coffee beans Arabica and Robusta via supercritical CO2 extraction, for slimming and energizing applications.
• ALPHA BISABOLOL Natural alpha-bisabolol extracted from Candeia tree essential oil from Brazil, offering soothing, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.
• Vegetable Oils and Butters Extensive range of vegetable oils and butters including Argan, Avocado, Babassu, Borage, Broccoli, Camelina, Camellia, Castor, Coconut, Cotton, Cupuaçu, Grape Seed, Hazelnut, Hemp, Jojoba, Karanja, Macadamia, Meadowfoam, Moringa, Olive, Plum Kernel, Prickly Pear, Prune, Raspberry, Rose Hip, Safflower, Sesame, Sunflower, Sweet Almond oils, plus Cocoa, Cupuaçu, Mango, and Shea butters.
• Essential Oils Range of essential oils including Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia), Rosalina Oil (Melaleuca ericifolia), and other botanical essential oils sourced globally.
• Encapsulation Encapsulation technology for active ingredients, enabling controlled delivery and enhanced stability of cosmetic actives.
• Waters (Eaux) Range of botanical waters and distillates including Tea Tree Distillate, Witch Hazel Water, Immortelle Water, Orange Blossom Water, Lavender Water, and Petit Epeautre Water.
• Bee'Ethic Sustainable local ingredients from Biocosmethic's own beehives, part of the company's commitment to biodiversity and ethical sourcing.

Quantifiable outcome

• AQUAPUNTIA offers immediate hydration up to +37% in 2 hours and long-term hydration up to +59% after 72 hours

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Bolivian Local CommunitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Biocosmethic works in partnership with local farmers from communities located in Bolivia for prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) sourcing, including the AQUAPUNTIA gel and REP'HAIRETHIC active ingredient products. Pascal Chevalier (Director General) has engaged with South American supply chain communities including providing gifts and World Cup footballs to children at schools in their sourcing regions.
• Biolandes GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiocosmethic has been part of the Biolandes Group since 2022. Biolandes is a company specializing in cosmetic ingredients and plant extracts. Biocosmethic exhibits alongside Biolandes at trade shows including Cosme Tech Japan 2024 and Suppliers' Day NYC 2023 at stand #1702.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Lessonia: French supplier of natural-origin raw materials (powders, exfoliants, plant extracts) to the cosmetics and personal-care industry. Closely comparable on natural-ingredient focus, B2B distributor-led model, and mid-sized French-headquartered operations.
• CLR Berlin: Germany-based developer and supplier of cosmetic active ingredients supported by in-vivo and in-vitro efficacy data. Closely comparable on specialty actives portfolio, evidence-based ingredient marketing, and mid-tier European B2B supplier profile.
• Seppic: Air Liquide subsidiary supplying specialty cosmetic and personal-care ingredients including plant-derived actives, polymers, and emulsifiers. Directly comparable to Biocosmethic on product category, B2B sales motion, and French/European heritage.
• Provital Group: Spanish supplier of active ingredients and natural extracts for cosmetics, with a similar focus on botanical actives supported by efficacy claims. Closely comparable on product category, size, and B2B specialty ingredients positioning.
• Gattefossé: France-based specialty ingredients house focused on plant-based actives and lipid chemistry for the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Closely comparable on botanical actives portfolio, B2B sales model, and French-headquartered structure.

Broad incumbents

• Symrise: German multinational with a Cosmetics Ingredients division producing cosmetic actives, botanical extracts, and fragrance materials. Comparable as a broad incumbent across the same customer base, though significantly larger and more diversified.
• Givaudan Active Beauty: Swiss global leader in fragrances and beauty actives, with a dedicated Active Beauty division providing botanical and biotech cosmetic ingredients. Represents a broad incumbent comparable on category and customer overlap, but at a much larger scale.
• Croda International: UK-listed global specialty chemicals company with a large Personal Care division supplying actives, emollients, and botanical ingredients to major cosmetics brands. Functions as a broad incumbent competitor at the high end of Biocosmethic's addressable market.
• dsm-firmenich: Dutch-Swiss merged company with a Personal Care & Aroma ingredients business covering actives, vitamins, and botanical extracts to the cosmetics industry. Broad incumbent comparable on category and customer base.

Emerging players

• Vytrus Biotech: Spanish biotech company specializing in plant-cell-culture derived cosmetic actives. Comparable on the active-ingredient B2B niche but differentiated by a biotech/pluripotent-cell platform that overlaps with — rather than directly substitutes for — Biocosmethic's botanical extraction focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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