Beauty industry manufacturer TRI-K Industries exhibited independently for the first time at in-cosmetics Global this year, marking a development in the company’s position in the ingredient supply market.
Hair care ingredient targets scalp health and hair density
TRI-K’s new launch, DensiFoll is a 99% naturally-derived bio-active powered by plant stem cell exosomes. The ingredient “is able to stimulate the genes responsible for hair growth and create a healthy scalp environment to facilitate healthy hair growth,” Kumpal Mehta, Technical Marketing Manager for Hair Care at TRI-K, told CosmeticsDesign.
Mehta added that testing on eyebrow hair showed DensiFoll increased the appearance of hair density and thickness compared to a peptide-based hair growth active.
Skin care innovations utilize fermentation and AI
In skin care, TRI-K has introduced Terracera Renew NP, a ceramide ingredient produced using fermentation.
“The fermentation process uses AI to generate specific enzymes to provide the high purity output of Ceramide IIIB of which the Terracera Renew NP contains at above 95%,” said Divyesh Patel, Technical Marketing Manager for Skin Care at TRI-K. “Ceramide IIIB has an oleic acid fatty tail which due to the double bond is kinked and allows for improved penetration into the stratum corneum as well as better solubility in formulations.”
The company also developed a niacinamide ingredient intended to reduce irritation potential.
“Our fermentation process uses AI to generate specific enzymes to provide a more efficient, high purity output of Niacinamide that does not require an oxidation catalyst and therefore results in a product with 10fold less nicotinic acid which is the main cause of irritation,” he explained.
An emphasis on sustainable ingredient development
Sustainability was heavily featured in TRI-K’s recent product developments, and Patel described the company’s use of biotechnology and fermentation in place of synthetic processes.
“TRI-K’s latest launches exemplify the company’s commitment to cutting-edge, sustainable solutions by integrating green chemistry, biotechnology, and eco-conscious sourcing to deliver high-performance ingredients with a lower environmental impact,” he said. “Unlike conventional synthetic processes, NiaPure and TerraCera Renew NP both leverage biotechnology and fermentation, reducing the reliance on harsh chemical synthesis and minimizing waste.”
Mehta noted that DensiFoll offers a high natural-origin content in hair care. “Sustainability is no longer a nice to have for our industry, and our customers expect ingredients with a high natural origin content,” she said. For example, she illustrated, “DensiFoll allows our customers to meet the growing demand for solutions for hair loss and hair thinning, without forcing them to compromise on the overall naturality of their final formulations.”
Outlook centers on market trends in personal care
TRI-K’s product development is focused on trends such as biotechnology-driven actives and multifunctional ingredients.
“Consumers are demanding clean, traceable, and eco-conscious formulations, pushing for biotechnology and fermentation-derived actives over synthetic alternatives,” said Patel. “Our R&D pipeline is focused on biotechnology-driven actives, multifunctionality, and sustainable solutions, shaping the next generation of skin care and hair care ingredients.”
Patel also cited increased consumer attention to skin sensitivity and barrier health as influencing demand for restorative ingredients. He added that the trend toward simplified product routines, known as “skinimalism,” is affecting formulation approaches.
Mehta identified hair care trends that include scalp care and products tailored to diverse hair types. “There are a few key hair care trends that I expect will last for the next couple of years, including skinification of hair, and a focus on individuality and consumer empowerment,” she said.
TRI-K is expanding testing of skin care ingredients for scalp benefits and exploring new technologies for curly hair care, she added. “Testing on multiple hair types, specifically on curly hair, and designing new technologies that are suited for curly hair hydration, curl definition and strengthening curls will also be a focus for us,” Mehta concluded.