Clean Food Group, a U.K.-based biotech firm, has joined forces with THG Labs to create sustainable cosmetic ingredients by transforming food waste through fermentation. This collaboration aims to significantly reduce the environmental impact of traditional ingredient sourcing, offering eco-friendly alternatives to the agriculturally intensive ingredients commonly used in cosmetics. The partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to sustainability in the beauty industry.
The innovative technology platform developed by Clean Food Group and THG Labs utilizes scalable non-GMO yeast strains and fermentation techniques, with bread waste serving as the key food source. This process provides sustainable alternatives to conventional oil and fat ingredients used in personal care products. By repurposing food waste, the partnership not only helps reduce waste but also alleviates the environmental strain caused by traditional agricultural methods.
Clean Food Group Partners with THG Labs on By-Product Beauty Project
Kristal Goodman, Head of Product Innovation at THG Labs, emphasized the significance of this partnership in driving sustainability within the beauty sector. She explains, “Building on THG Labs’ passion for biotech and commitment to a more sustainable future, we are thrilled to be collaborating with Clean Food Group on this new era of sustainability-focused innovation. We continuously challenge ourselves to reduce the environmental impact of our products, not only in the manufacturing process but also in the raw material supply chain.”
The collaboration between Clean Food Group and THG Labs embodies their shared dedication to minimizing waste and promoting a circular economy in the beauty industry. By using by-products, such as food waste, as raw materials, this partnership ensures sustainability is integrated at every stage of the production process. The project is poised to redefine the way raw materials are sourced for cosmetics, offering the beauty industry more eco-friendly alternatives and addressing the urgent need for sustainable manufacturing practices.
Professor Chris Chuck, Ph.D., Technical Lead at Clean Food Group, expressed excitement about the collaboration: “We are delighted to be collaborating with THG Labs, a leading innovator in the cosmetics industry. With their help, we are excited to bring to market a range of science-led cosmetics and personal care products that put sustainability at their core.”
This partnership demonstrates the potential of biotechnology to transform the cosmetics industry by offering environmentally responsible alternatives to traditional ingredients. Together, Clean Food Group and THG Labs are pushing the boundaries of innovation, working to reduce the environmental footprint of the beauty industry and provide consumers with more sustainable personal care options.
