Development of Cosmetic Materials with Emphasis on Sustainable Raw Materials
In recent years, people of all genders have been becoming increasingly interested in beauty. In particular, the COVID-19 pandemic caused changes in health consciousness, and there has been increasing awareness of full-body beauty. Due to this, the male cosmetics market has been showing growth. Mitsubishi Corporation Life Sciences Limited is developing a variety of cosmetic materials to meet the demand in the beauty field that is the subject of so much attention.
In addition, in response to the recent preference for natural ingredients and sustainability, we are also working to switch to plant-derived ingredients and eco-friendly packaging materials, as well as to acquire Halal certification.
Initiatives for Plant-Derived Fullerene
After years of R&D, we have succeeded in creating plant-derived fullerene for our products, and made the switch to plant-derived products in 2020. The wood which serves as the starting material for our fullerene is exclusively natural Japanese cedar from forests in Miyazaki Prefecture that have received international certification for sustainable forest management. We also use hydroelectric power (renewable energy) to make our products sustainable.
Initiatives to Reduce Packaging Waste
In line with our shift to plant-derived fullerene, we changed the containers filled with fullerene materials to eco-friendly aluminum pouch packaging, reducing the amount of waste generated by about 90% compared to before.
Acquisition of Halal Certification
Radical Sponge™, our water-soluble plant-derived fullerene product, has acquired Halal(*1) certification. It can be used with peace of mind in countries around the world.
- Halal
Halal certification is given to foods produced in accordance with Islamic law.
