The GENENCARE® bioactives portfolio consists of a range of all-natural, 100% plant-based active ingredients that deliver benefits across skin, hair care and color cosmetics. Ingredients in the GENENCARE® personal care bioactives range have recently achieved certification through the Upcycled Food Association’s (UFA) Upcycled Certified™ Program. The UFA’s Upcycled Certification Program is the world’s first thirdparty certification program for upcycled ingredients and products.

Extracted from a side stream of sugar production, the GENENCARE® OSMS osmolytes contribute to skin health by managing water balance in skin and within the formulation and protect skin from dehydration. Penetrating into the hair shaft and binding to the surface, they also help protect, strengthen, and care for healthier-looking hair and scalp.

Bettina Heick, Business Manager LifeScience at Biesterfeld Spezialchemie says: "We are very excited about the expansion of our partnership with IFF to Poland. The product offering of IFF picks up very well on current trends such as upcycling, sustainable and natural. The team is looking forward to working with the GENENCARE® range which serves the demand for sustainably-sourced ingredients. On top, the newly acquired products perfectly complement the existing portfolio in these regions."

"At IFF Health & Biosciences we are continuously optimizing our channel partner network in EMEA to continue growth and ensure a reliable supply to our customers. We have established a very strong partnership with Biesterfeld and its personal care team which has a proven track record in growing GENENCARE® business in the EMEA region. Therefore, we are proud to expand our collaboration with Biesterfeld.", adds Vincent Wortel, Sales Manager EMEA Personal Care at IFF.

About IFF

At IFF (NYSE: IFF), an industry leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences and sensorial experiences, science and creativity meet to create essential solutions for a better world – from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. With the beauty of art and the precision of science, we are an international collective of thinkers who partners with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products the world craves. Together, we will do more good for people and planet.