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Rosemary: an ancient treasure for modern hair care
Discover the ancient power of a modern hair care ally. For centuries, rosemary has been revered for its aromatic and medicinal properties. Now, science confirms what folklore has always known: rosemary is a powerful ally for beautiful hair. Our rosemary lipo extract:...
FOCUS 14. Welcome ISO 14001 Certification ✨
FOCUS 14. Welcome ISO 14001 Certification ✨We are pleased to announce that we have obtained the ISO 14001 certification! Macrofarm now has an adequate management system to monitor and control the environmental impacts of our operations and activities, and to...
From Agri-Food Waste to New High Value-Added Products: The UMARI Project
From Agri-Food Waste to New High Value-Added Products:The UMARI Project The UMARI project – Using Agro-Food Waste Matrices for Recycling into Functional Ingredients for the Nutraceutical, Cosmetic, and Agricultural Sectors – began in March 2024, and activities...
Recti Eques Award 2024
We received the Recti Eques 2024 award! Important recognition for Macrofarm srl for Innovation in the Biotechnology field. On 18 April 2024, in the historic “Sala della Protomoteca del Campidoglio” in Rome, Macrofarm srl spin off of the University of Calabria...
Characterized functional oils
Vegetable oils are ingredients widely used in the cosmetics industry for their numerous beneficial properties on the skin. Since ancient times, they have been used as nourishment for the care and protection of the skin, both in pure form and in cosmetic...
TricoVEG – New functional active ingredient with anti-hair loss action
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common type of baldness due to the susceptibility of the hair follicle to androgenetic miniaturization. The implication of different activators of inflammation in the etiology of androgenetic alopecia, which contribute to the...
DermaWHITE
Skin hyperpigmentation is a very common skin blemish that can be traced to the appearance of dark spots on the skin caused by the body's overproduction of melanin. Generally, the most affected parts of the body are the face, hands and other visible areas that...
Boldo Extract
Boldo extract, derived from the leaves of Peumus boldus, is known for its depigmenting and antioxidant properties. It reduces melanin production and inhibits tyrosinase, helping to combat skin spots and discoloration. Its benefits improve skin tone and protect against free radicals. Increasingly used in cosmetic creams and serums, Macrofarm produces Boldo extracts with customized extraction blends.
Tamarind extract
Tamarind extract from Tamarindus indica, a plant native to Africa and South Asia, offers numerous benefits and is rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamins, and essential fatty acids. Tamarind gum, derived from seeds, has medicinal uses and aids in blood sugar regulation. Studies show that tamarind seed extract boosts skin hydration, enhancing smoothness and anti-aging effects. Macrofarm creates custom tamarind extracts using optimal extraction blends.
Arnica Montana
Arnica Montana is a high-altitude perennial plant native to the mountain slopes of Europe, northern Asia, Siberia and America, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is a plant widely used to treat various ailments, such as bruises, wounds and inflammation. Dried...
Dragon’s Blood EG – Dragon’s Blood glycolic extract
“Dragon's blood” is a precious resin with a characteristic red color that is obtained from the bark of the Croton Lechleri plant, a flowering plant belonging to the euphorbia family, Euphorbiaceae, native to northwestern South America. For centuries it has been used...
Customized Functional Raw Materials
Macrofarm s.r.l. offers excellent service in the field of the production of new Functional Raw Materials, focused on customer needs and in full compliance with quality standards. Having an exclusive cosmetic ingredient that is tailor-made formulated, represents a...
Macrofarm: Organic Certification of Cosmetic Raw Materials and Semi-finished Products
Macrofarm, following the principles of sustainable development, has obtained with great satisfaction the certification of organic producer of raw materials and semi-finished products in the field of cosmetics by the Ente Suolo e Salute. The increasing use of products...
Development of a functional paste obtained from mixing vegetable flour
General objectiveThe project aims at the development of vegetable flour obtained in particular from olive leaves, apple peel and inflorescences of the Carciofo, in order to use them as a basis for the production of dried pasta, which, precisely thanks to the presence...
A new possible strategy for the treatment of COVID-19
A new possible strategy for the treatment of COVID-19: Designed and based on Molecularly Imprinted Polymers The present study reports the development of synthetic antibodies based on Molecularly Imprinted Polymers (MIPs) capable of selectively binding a portion of the...
IPSTiC- INTERCONNECTED POLYMERS TECHNOLOGY
New Cosmetic Raw Material. IPSTIC - Interconnected PolymerS TeChnology The main limit in the use of extracts of plant origin in cosmetic formulations is often represented by their instability. In fact, these extracts have constituents known to be susceptible to...
Acmella oleracea extract
Acmella Oleracea extract, known as Jambù and rich in spilanthol, is a powerful natural anti-aging ingredient with effects similar to Botox. Used in cosmetics, it relaxes facial muscles to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, improving skin tone and elasticity. Studies show that after 28 days of treatment with a 2% extract cream on volunteers, wrinkles decreased by 15%. Ideal for anti-aging creams and serums, it gives skin a healthy, radiant appearance.
GlycoAGE – New raw material with anti-glycation action
Glycation is a biochemical process that alters collagen and elastin, leading to loss of elasticity, wrinkles, yellowing, and premature skin aging. GlycoAGE is formulated to counteract this process in anti-aging products: it prevents and reduces AGE formation, enhances elasticity, minimizes wrinkles, and helps keep skin radiant and healthy, visibly slowing down signs of skin aging.
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