Lubrizol invests USD 10M to boost fermentation capacity at Spain’s skin care centre
The expansion supports Lubrizol’s broader sustainability strategy by making ingredient sourcing and manufacturing more environmentally responsible.
SPAIN – Lubrizol is set to invest USD 10 million to expand its fermentation production capacity fivefold at its manufacturing facility in Gavà, Spain, a key site for its Life Science Beauty business that previously was the Lipotec headquarters before Lubrizol acquired it in 2012.
This investment underlines Lubrizol’s strong commitment to sustainable innovation through advanced biotechnology and fermentation processes dedicated to skin care ingredient production.
The expanded fermentation capacity will enable the company to support growth in high-performance active ingredients and reinforce its role as a strategic partner delivering science-backed, environmentally responsible solutions.
Lubrizol’s biotechnology platform is specifically designed with sustainability at its core: it uses GMO-free, non-pathogenic microorganisms sourced without harvesting from nature and relies on renewable carbon sources.
The production process aims to minimize environmental impact by generating minimal waste and producing ingredients with biodegradable and non-toxic profiles.
Bernardo Medeiros, VP-Lubrizol Life Sciences, stated, “This investment reflects our continued commitment to advancing sustainable innovation through biotechnology.”
“Expanding our fermentation capacity supports the growth of high-performance active ingredients and reinforces our role as a strategic partner in delivering science-backed, environmentally responsible solutions.”
Many ingredients produced through this fermentation process are approved under COSMOS standards, supporting Lubrizol’s transparency and environmental responsibility commitments.
The expanded facility will also enhance manufacturing flexibility, allowing Lubrizol to meet both global and regional market needs while continuing to innovate products that align with consumer expectations for sustainability and performance.
The broader strategy involves integrating biotechnology and fermentation to produce high-quality, sustainable ingredients that meet consumer demands for clean, practical, and eco-conscious personal care products.
Meanwhile, Lubrizol recently reached a significant milestone by achieving PFAS-free peptide production, bolstering its commitment to green chemistry and sustainability efforts.
The company has successfully eliminated the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), from its peptide synthesis process.
The new PFAS-free peptides introduced include Uplevity peptide, Uplevity e-Lift peptide, and Leuphasyl peptide.
These peptides are produced using Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis (SPPS), a Nobel Prize-winning method that traditionally requires reagents such as TFA, a PFAS.
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