At Caffe Inc., we believe the journey of coffee shouldn’t end at the last sip. Every year, 60 millions of tonnes of spent coffee grounds are discarded. Hidden in the spent coffee grounds, also perceived as waste, are oils, antioxidants, fibres, and bioactive compounds with incredible potential.
Since 2019, our mission has been to give coffee a second life as high-value, sustainable ingredients for personal care and beyond.
Through our unique biorefinery process, we upcycle coffee waste into natural, vegan, and biodegradable actives that deliver both performance and purpose. By doing so, we reduce carbon emissions, minimise waste and contribute to a truly circular economy. At Caffe Inc., sustainability and efficacy go hand in hand with a zero waste solution
Natural & Sustainable Ingredients
Caffe Inc. has developed following ingredients made from coffee grounds:
- Upcycled Coffee Oil (unrefined & refined): rich in antioxidants, perfect for nourishing and protecting the skin
- Upcycled coffee scrub/powder: natural particles that gently smooth and renew, great alternative for microplastic scrubs
- Upcycled coffee extract: concentrated ingredient with proven cosmetic benefits, water soluble and high in antioxidants
- Surfactant: sustainable alternative for cleansing formulations, foaming and nourishing properties
- Booster IN-Key: with vitamin C, ferulic acid, caffeine; bio-based enhancer that elevates product performance
Why Formulators choose Caffe Inc.
Caffe Inc.'s ingredients combine natural efficacy with true sustainability. All of our actives are natural, vegan, COSMOS-aligned, and fully upcycled, making them both eco-friendly and clean label. Free from PEGs, sulfates, preservatives, synthetics, and microplastics, they answer today’s demand for transparent, responsible beauty. At the same time, the ingredients are naturally rich in Vitamin E, caffeine, and antioxidants, delivering proven results for claims such as anti-aging, deep hydration, UV protection, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. From moisturising and calming to supporting skin recovery, our ingredients provide formulators with the perfect balance of performance, safety, and sustainability.
Introducing: The Booster IN-Key
The Booster IN-Key, is crafted from upcycled coffee oil and designed as a multifunctional, high-performance booster for advanced clean beauty formulations. By enriching our upcycled coffee oil with stabilized vitamin C,ferulic acid, caffeine, and vitamin E, Booster IN-Key combines multiple active benefits into a single, sustainable solution.
This innovation helps formulators save time, reduce costs, and streamline processing, while minimising the need for additional additives. Rich in antioxidants, bioactive compounds, and hydrating agents, Booster IN-Key supports skin and scalp health, enhances absorption, radiance, and elasticity, and strengthens barrier repair.
By merging multiple naturally occurring activities into one powerful ingredient, Booster IN-Key delivers visible improvements in both performance and sustainability, setting a new standard for modern, eco-conscious formulations.
Coffee’s potential doesn’t end in your cup, it begins there.
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