The Power of Upcycling in Hair Care Formulation: Assessa Solutions Enabled by DKSH Performance Materials
What does upcycling mean in cosmetic ingredient development?
Upcycling in cosmetic ingredient development goes beyond simply reusing materials. It is sustainability-driven approach that transforms co-products or residual materials from other industries into high-value, functional cosmetic ingredients with proven performance.
Powered by ASSESSA’s technology, DKSH Performance Materials enables formulators to develop sustainable hair care solutions that combine environmental responsibility with proven cosmetic performance. Our hair care portfolio addresses curl definition, smoothing, and protection, while aligning with global market trends and modern formulation strategies.
Discover how ASSESSA's upcycling technology creates strong value positioning in hair care while elevating performance expectations. Assessa applies upcycling to functional hair care ingredients by leveraging high-value co-products to deliver both sustainability and proven performance.
Building on this approach, Assessa focuses on extracting high-value functional components from agricultural co-products generated during industrial processing. Key raw material sources include:
- Golden flaxseed co-products
- Ginger co-products
- Chia remnants
These materials are processed into standardized cosmetic ingredients with defined performance profiles, enabling consistent formulation results while maximizing resource efficiency.
Curvelini and Lisselini: How can upcycled flaxseed support curl and smoothness performance?
Curvelini and Lisselini are derived from golden flaxseed coproducts, addressing complementary hair styling needs.
Curvelini – Curls maintenance active based on upcycled linseed
Key benefits:
- Supports long-lasting curl retention for up to 24 hours
- Provide curl structure with natural flexibility
- Suitable for leave on curl creams and styling products
Lisselini –Heat protection Ingredient in a bio-based ingredient
Key benefits:
- Provides instant anti-frizz performance
- Supports thermal protection during heat styling
- Designed for smoothing creams, serums, and heat protective formulations
Together, they enable formulators to address curl control and frizz management using a shared upcycled raw material source.
Support your curl and smoothing formulations with upcycled flaxseed solutions.
Zinbloq: How can upcycled ginger protect hair from environmental stress?
Zinbloq is developed from ginger co-products and positioned as an exposome protection ingredient for hair care.
Key benefits
- Helps protect hair from UV-induced damage
- Supports hair integrity under environmental stressors
- Suitable for daily care and protective hair formulations
By maximizing the use of ginger co-products, Zinbloq combines environmental protection with a strong sustainability narrative.
Quattro: How does upcycled chia support type 4 hair needs?
Quattro is derived from chia remnants, focusing on the core functional components relevant to highly textured hair.
Key benefits
- Helps preserve curl structure
- Supports strand alignment and manageability
- Designed for hair type four and textured hair care formulations
This targeted approach allows formulators to address specific hair needs while leveraging upcycled raw materials.
Explore how Assessa’s upcycled solutions can support your next formulation.
How DKSH Performance Materials play in upcycled ingredient adoption?
DKSH Performance Materials supports Assessa’s upcycled portfolio by:
- Providing access to formulation relevant technical documentation
- Supporting R&D evaluation and purchasing alignment
- Enabling reliable supply and regional market access
By acting as a technical and commercial partner, DKSH helps formulators integrate upcycled ingredients that deliver both performance and sustainability without compromise.
FAQ
1. Do upcycled ingredients compromise performance?
: No. Assessa’s solutions are designed to enhance performance while reducing waste.
: No. Assessa’s solutions are designed to enhance performance while reducing waste.
2. Are these ingredients suitable for textured and curly hair trends?
: Yes. Curvelini, Lisselini, and Quattro are specifically positioned for curlfocused and textured hair care.
: Yes. Curvelini, Lisselini, and Quattro are specifically positioned for curlfocused and textured hair care.
3. How does DKSH support formulation development?
: Through technical documentation, application guidance, and marketready access to Assessa’s portfolio.
: Through technical documentation, application guidance, and marketready access to Assessa’s portfolio.
