The development of a formulation for a trial cosmetic product containing olive waste (pomace) in a processed form. This pomace will be incorporated into a cosmetic formulation (such as an oil/water emulsion cream) for topical application.
Research has shown the presence of bioactive compounds in the olive pomace that would stimulate effects such as moisturisation, anti-ageing, anti-bacterial and UV-protection in a cosmetic product. We have also developed a novel method of manufacturing the formulation.
Advantages
• Olive pomace has a higher anti-oxidant content than olive oil itself
• Value is added to an existing waste product
• The amount of olive waste is reduced – environmental benefit
Market Application
• Olive oil producers can have their soil-toxic waste reduced
• General consumers will benefit by buying a natural product for alleviating various skin problems as well as improving and maintaining the health of their skin
• Beauty salon and health shop owners will have a unique product consisting of natural ingredients to promote their clients’ skin health
Opportunities
• To generate revenue from a waste product
• The amount of raw material produced is ever-growing
• Competitive advantage: no one else in South Africa (or the world) is doing this!
Development Status
TRL 4: preclinical research. Extracts have been obtained and analysed for the desired components. Financial investment is required to scale up the process.
IP Protection
Provisional patent application filed in South Africa.
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For more information, please contact the Nelson Mandela University Innovation Office:
✉ innovation@mandela.ac.za
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