Indie Beauty at Croda
Vegan Suitable Formulation Inspirations
Vegan beauty is on the rise and continues to grow in beauty and personal care. We know finding the right ingredients for your product development can be difficult.
We're here to help.
Explore the vegan-suitable formulations featured in this guide developed by our global research team and be inspired by the speciality ingredients that give them their unique experience.
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Our Story
Croda was founded in 1925 by an entrepreneur, Mr. Crowe, and a chemist, Mr. Dawe, to refine wool grease from the growing Yorshire wool trade into lanolin. Their unique partnership and collaboration sparked innovation and inspiration that shaped Croda's future forever. With sustainability at our core, we partner with our customers and suppliers to turn exciting ideas into amazing beauty solutions. Try us, the possibilities are endless.
Sustainability at our Core
Indie Beauty Solutions
We are a sustainable beauty solutions provider to the Beauty and Personal Care industry. Using smart science, we partner with brands to create, formulate and develop safe and effective products in the most sustainable way. Our mission is Smart science to improve lives™.
Our five main brands, Croda, Sederma, Crodarom, Alban Muller International, and Parf'ex continuously invest in research and development with a constant focus on the changes that are happening in consumer routines and behaviours to remain market relevant. Always a step ahead when it comes to innovation, we are recognized for creative solutions to meet the demands of today's consumers and future trends in the cosmetics and beauty market.
Upcoming Indie Beauty Events
The Beauty of Sustainability in Action
September 14th, 2021 | 10am-10pm GMT+1Join us, as we bring together industry leaders, technical experts and sustainability pioneers from across the industry for 12 hours of awe-inspiring learning on topics including supply chain transparency, navigating regulations and certifications, sustainable formulating and emerging trends.
Clean Beauty Connect LA
November 2-3, 2021 | Los Angeles, CaliforniaClean Beauty Connect is the leading network driving innovation in beauty and personal care towards a cleaner, more transparent industry. This summit provides the platform for brands to collaborate with innovation leaders, uniting the industry in its sustainability mission.
NYSCC Supplier's Day
November 10-11th, 2021 | Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York CityThe NYSCC Suppliers' Day in New York City is the leading North American event for beauty ingredients, formulations, and delivery innovations.
Ingredient Solutions for Indie Beauty Brands
Arlasense™ V5
Arlasense V5 with its vegan suitable* credentials can deliver functionality aesthetics and ethics all in one ingredient It has an appealing sensory high degree of skin spreading and wide pH.....
Cithrol™ PGTL
Our novel non-ionic water-in-oil emulsifier lets you create unexpected formulation sensories, whilst reducing environmental impact via cold formulating process
Crodabond™ CSA
This 100% naturally derived film-former and adhesive polymer that provides multiple benefits for both hair care and colour cosmetic applications It is able to smooth and seal lifted cuticles repair.....
DuraQuench™ IQ SA
Discover an innovative approach to effective moisturisation with Croda’s scientifically balanced moisturising complex DuraQuench IQ SA By forming an intelligent structural bilayer on the skin’s.....
KeraMatch™ V
KeraMatch V is a plant-derived protein blend, designed to offer a viable alternative to animal derived keratin to improve the overall quality of damaged and fragile hair
Solaveil™ MZP3
Combining all the benefits of micron-sized Zinc Oxide (ZnO) with unrivalled transparency on the skin the Solaveil MicNo range provides formulators with the best of both worlds Solaveil MZP3 is.....
Solaveil™ MZ3-100
Combining all the benefits of micron-sized Zinc Oxide (ZnO) with unrivalled transparency on the skin the Solaveil MicNo range provides formulators with the best of both worlds Solaveil MZ3-100 is.....
Solaveil™ MZ3-300
Combining all the benefits of micron-sized Zinc Oxide (ZnO) with unrivalled transparency on the skin the Solaveil MicNo range provides formulators with the best of both worlds Solaveil MZ3-300 is.....
Solaveil™ MZP7
Combining all the benefits of micron-sized Zinc Oxide (ZnO) with unrivalled transparency on the skin the Solaveil MicNo range provides formulators with the best of both worlds Solaveil MZP7 is a.....
Solaveil™ MZ7-100
Combining all the benefits of micron-sized Zinc Oxide (ZnO) with unrivalled transparency on the skin the Solaveil MicNo range provides formulators with the best of both worlds Solaveil MZ7-100 is a.....
Solaveil™ MZP8
Combining all the benefits of micron-sized Zinc Oxide (ZnO) with unrivalled transparency on the skin the Solaveil MicNo range provides formulators with the best of both worlds Solaveil MZP8 is a.....
SP Syncrowax™ SB1 MBAL
A special blend of 100% non-animal derived, non-GMO blend of waxes and emulsifiers providing a vegan alternative to natural beeswax.
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Crodarom® Banana Flower EC
As a natural booster of good mood, this flower sustainably sourced in Mayotte with hydrating and prebiotic powers, brings a tropical touch to cosmetics.
Crodarom® Green Caviar
Green caviar, a sustainable algae inspired by the J-Beauty for a healthy looking skin thanks to its hydrating and revitalising properties.
Crodarom® Manuka Honey
An universal ingredient coming from New-Zealand that moisturises and soothes the skin and hair for a fresh, healthy complexion and beautiful hair.
Matcha Tea Extract
Matcha tea, the ultimate detox ally to strengthen the immune system, fight free radicals and slow down skin ageing and the appearance of wrinkles.
Phytessence™ Hazel Leaf
Phytessence™ Hazel Leaf is a scalp care ingredient that brings vitality and energy to the scalp.
Phytessence™ Peach Flower
Phytessence Peach flower is the anti-asphyxia solution to fight against the harm of pollution.
Phytessence™ Pink Pomelo EC
Phytessence Pink Pomelo EC promotes well-being, free from stress and anxiety by activating cell renewal for a radiant complexion without imperfection.
Phytolea™ Cherry Kernel
A gourmand and sweet oil with protecting and soothing properties, ideal for dry or tired skin and hair or for teenage makeup concepts.
Phytolea™ Chia
Chia seed oil is recommened to improve skin hydration, alleviate itchyness and help to maintain skin barrier function thanks to its fatty acids content.
Phytolea™ Rice Bran
Rice oil is recommended for sensitive face areas and irritated skin and hair due to its softening and protecting properties.
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