A new generation of fermented antioxidant lipids for cosmetics

Unrefined plant oils have long been valued in cosmetics for their richness, bioactivity and sensorial profile. But their production often depends on climate-sensitive crops, long supply chains and ecosystems under pressure. The beauty industry is searching for alternatives that are natural, high-performing and future-proof. RedOil is our answer.

What is RedOil?

RedOil (INCI: Rhodotorula Oil) is a premium, unrefined carotenoid-rich oil produced through yeast fermentation.

It is naturally high in:

• carotenoids
• polyphenols
• sterols
• oleic, linoleic and palmitic acids

The result is an antioxidant-rich lipid with strong bioactivity, high oxidative stability and a distinctive red-pink tone derived from naturally produced carotenoids. RedOil is not refined into neutrality. It is intentionally preserved to retain its functional compounds and performance benefits.

Why does the world need it?

Traditional unrefined plant oils face growing challenges:

• agricultural volatility
• climate impact
• land use pressure
• deforestation risk
• quality variability
• increasing regulatory scrutiny

As sustainability becomes non-negotiable, brands must look beyond extractive sourcing.

RedOil offers:

• fully traceable European origin
• stable, year-round supply
• no seasonal variation
• scalable production without deforestation
• a unique and defensible ingredient story

It allows brands to position themselves at the forefront of sustainable sourcing without compromising performance or sensory quality.

How is it produced?

RedOil is created through a patent-pending yeast fermentation process using locally sourced low-value side streams from forestry and agriculture. Instead of cultivating tropical crops, we cultivate microorganisms. The fermentation process has been scaled successfully from laboratory to pilot scale, with production systems designed for industrial deployment.

This ensures:

• controlled composition
• batch repeatability
• otimised lipid yield
• reduced land and water use (up to 74–97% less land, 10x less water compared to conventional agriculture)

Performance and formulation benefits

RedOil was designed to perform in real cosmetic systems. It  combines biotechnology precision with the complexity of a naturally bioactive oil.

Key advantages:

• superior oxidative stability compared to traditional unrefined oils
• naturally high antioxidant content
• easy emulsification and saponification
• strong formulation versatility
• unique fatty acid profile

Fatty acid composition: C16:0 – 24.9%; C18:1 – 48.1%; C18:2 – 12.04%. Balanced saturated-to-unsaturated ratio for structure and softness.

Performance benefits include:

• richness and skin penetration from oleic acid
• barrier repair and softness from linoleic acid
• boosted hyaluronic acid production
• skin renewal and longevity support
• ECM remodelling and reduced cellular senescence
• microbiome support
• strong antioxidant protection
• in face oils, Red Oil adds visible glow and protective bioactivity. In balms and solid systems, it enhances barrier support and texture without compromising stability.

Regulatory and market positioning

RedOil is:

• palm-free
• vegan
• natural origin
• readily biodegradable
• sustainably produced
• EUDR compliant
• EcoCert compliant
• fully traceable European biotechnology origin

For brands, this translates into a powerful sustainability narrative, backed by measurable environmental impact reduction. It is possible to deliver luxury sensorial performance without linking beauty to deforestation.

Interested to test and buy? Still doubting?

Red il is no longer an R&D concept. We have validated production scale, established quality control, cosmetic regulatory readiness, active sampling and commercial discussions and sales in motion. We are ready to supply.

The future of cosmetic lipids is not about replacing one crop with another. It is about moving from extraction to cultivation. RedOil demonstrates that fermentation can create high-performance, bioactive, antioxidant-rich oils without the environmental cost of monoculture agriculture. Using science, we can redesign how beauty sources its most essential ingredients. This is what future-proof lipid innovation looks like.

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