The creation of ingredients from food waste represents a movement towards a more sustainable future for beauty brands. Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is one of the largest edible fruits grown worldwide and is an increasingly popular ingredient in vegan cuisine. Jackfruit is replete with natural nutrients, vitamins, and carbohydrates, yet an estimated 70-80% of the jackfruit consists of non-edible waste. Actively promoting a circular economy, Active Concepts transforms this would-be waste into an efficacious cosmetic active. AC PolyJackharides, comprised of jackfruit polysaccharides extracted from upcycled food industry waste, is a functional cosmetic active capable of providing moisturization to the skin, as well as hydrating and anti-frizz benefits to the hair.
Discover our product passport – a roadmap that documents where our botanicals are sourced and their journey from field to formulation. In the spirit of mindful consumption, we provide you with all the information you would need in terms of origin, traceability and regulations.