Vantage expands production facility of jojoba exfoliants

Speciality ingredients maker Vantage is set to expand the capabilities of its facility in Arizona for the production of jojoba-based exfoliants.

The firm intends to provide its range of biodegradable and sustainable Desert Whale Jojoba exfoliants as natural alternatives for polyethylene (PE) beads.

PE beads are commonly used in beauty products for their gentle exfoliating properties, but are banned in multiple countries due to their pollutant impact on the environment.

Vantage aims to expand its jojoba capabilities through continual investments in farming, production, and innovation initiatives.

The latest facility expansion project is part of the firm’s proposal to deliver a long-term, secure supply of ingredients under its Desert Whale range, as well as ensure formula traceability

Desert Whale Jojoba Oil and Derivatives comprise pure jojoba oil obtained from the firm’s farms in the US and Argentina.

Vantage senior vice-president and general manager Patrick Brueggman said: “Vantage’s continued investments around jojoba are proof of our commitment to providing long-term support for our customers and the beauty market.

“We are well-positioned to meet the growing global demand for jojoba-based exfoliants as customers continue turning to these biodegradable materials as part of their efforts to replace PE beads.”

The firm’s operations include complete steps for production and supply of jojoba-based ingredients such as farming and oil extraction, as well as exfoliants and derivatives production.

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Image: Jojoba oil. Photo: courtesy of Itineranttrader.