About Quimivita
Located in the heart of Barcelona, cosmetic lab Quimivita develops specialized ingredients for skin care and hair care applications. From its headquarters at Balmes 245, the lab produces:
- Natural hydrocolloids from Mediterranean seaweed
- Hyaluronic acid through enzymatic processes
- Bioactive compounds from local forests
- Upcycled materials from cork and olive sources
- CBD extracts with anti-inflammatory properties
The Spanish facility combines sustainable sourcing from Mediterranean ecosystems with advanced extraction technologies to serve cosmetic manufacturers across Europe.
Frequently asked questions
Quimivita manufactures ingredients for cosmetic formulations in these categories:
- Active ingredients
- Vita acids
- Hyaluronic acid
- Hemp-derived cannabidiol
- Bioactive compounds
- Natural ingredients
- Hydrocolloids from seaweed
- Plant-based emollients
- Natural emulsifiers
- Exfoliators
The ingredients serve skin care, hair care, and other personal care applications.
Quimivita employs these production processes:
- Extraction methods
- Water-based extraction for hydrocolloids
- Enzymatic degradation for hyaluronic acid
- Botanical compound isolation
- Processing techniques
- Molecular weight control
- Crystallization for CBD
- Natural preservation methods
The company serves cosmetic, food, pharmaceutical, and veterinary markets with these ingredients.
Quimivita sources raw materials from multiple regions:
| Region | Materials |
|---|---|
| Mediterranean | Forest botanicals, olive compounds |
| Marine sources | Red seaweed, brown algae |
| Ecuador | Tagua seed derivatives |
| European agriculture | Industrial hemp leaves |
The company implements upcycling practices for materials like cork.
More details about Quimivita
A leading cosmetic lab in Barcelona
Quimivita operates as a cosmetic lab in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in the development and production of advanced cosmetic ingredients. Located in the heart of Barcelona’s business district on Balmes Street, the company combines Mediterranean resources with innovative technologies.
Specialized ingredient development
The company focuses on creating bioactive compounds and natural solutions for the cosmetics industry. Their product range includes:
- Vita acids for skin rejuvenation
- Hemp-derived ingredients
- Hyaluronic acid with optimized molecular weight
- Natural hydrocolloids from marine sources
- Specialized exfoliators
Sustainable sourcing practices
Quimivita leverages local Mediterranean resources and international partnerships to source raw materials. Their ingredients come from:
- Mediterranean forest materials
- Upcycled cork components
- Ecuadorian Tagua seeds
- Local olive-derived compounds
Advanced production methods
The lab employs specific techniques to enhance ingredient effectiveness:
- Enzymatic processing for hyaluronic acid production
- Extraction of water-soluble compounds from marine algae
- CBD extraction from industrial hemp
Multi-sector expertise
While primarily serving the cosmetics industry, Quimivita extends its expertise to:
- Food ingredient development
- Laboratory technology solutions
- Pharmaceutical applications
- Veterinary product development
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