The combined expertise of several partners has made it possible to develop an extract from a native plant, Saxifraga rotundifolia, also known as round-leaved saxifrage. The goal is to utilize its properties in a new generation of cosmetic products.
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With its cosmeceutical positioning—somewhere between traditional cosmetics and pharmaceutical products—Be Ceuticals offers products containing hyaluronic acid, an essential component of the skin that helps fill in wrinkles.
FOVAHM (the Valais Foundation for People with Intellectual Disabilities) is an organization dedicated to providing care, support, and training for people with disabilities aged 18 and older. It offers approximately 400 job opportunities in workshops across some twenty different trades. Since 2016, it has operated a workshop at the PhytoArk site dedicated to the production and packaging of cosmetics and bar soaps, as well as various packaging, wrapping, and envelope stuffing tasks. This facility can accommodate 18 workers with disabilities daily.
A Swiss company focused on therapies based on organic products derived from plant extracts.
L’Aubalieu, a Swiss brand of 100% natural skincare products, formulates highly concentrated products rich in plant-based active ingredients. Its range combines phytocosmetics, dietary supplements, and energy-boosting treatments to restore balance and overall well-being. Each product reflects a holistic approach that blends quality, natural ingredients, and harmony.
Mediplant is a Swiss research and development center dedicated to aromatic and medicinal plants, with over 30 years of experience and a state-of-the-art scientific infrastructure. The institute offers customized and confidential research services to partners in Switzerland and internationally. Its activities focus in particular on the optimization of extraction processes and the phytochemical characterization of plant extracts, from the experimental laboratory stage through to pre-industrial phases, with a special focus on plants from the Alpine region.
Committed to developing cutting-edge natural cosmetic solutions, Natural Technology SA designs and develops its own cosmetic formulas using the latest technological advances in botanical research. The company markets its own brands of high-end skincare products, which are distributed in Switzerland and internationally.
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A pioneer in the extraction of natural truffle aromas, Nectariss has established itself at the PhytoArk site to accelerate its technological and sustainable development. The result of 15 years of academic research, its patented technology replicates the natural interactions between truffles and the microbiome, offering aromas of unmatched authenticity that are certified organic. In addition to targeting the high-end food market, the company is now exploring ways to repurpose residues to create cosmetic ingredients, demonstrating a circular approach rooted in the local innovation ecosystem.
Oouliri is a Valais-based oil mill specializing in the production of premium-quality oils made from regional ingredients.
Pharmalp, which has been based at the PhytoArk site for over 10 years, develops natural women’s health products and new products derived from alpine medicinal plants. This innovative company offers a holistic approach and high-quality products.
