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01/10/2025 Origin by Ocean

OCEANTHIX™ LV Wins Innovative Natural Raw Ingredient of the Year

Origin by Ocean is proud to announce that OCEANTHIX™ LV has been awarded Innovative Natural Raw Ingredient of the Year at the European Natural Beauty Awards 2025.
OCEANTHIX™ LV Wins Innovative Natural Raw Ingredient of the Year
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Selected from a strong shortlist of six finalists from across Europe and the US, OCEANTHIX™ LV stood out to the jury of European Natural Beauty Awards 2025 for combining outstanding formulation performance with measurable environmental impact. Competing alongside leading players such as Lubrizol, Sophim, and Disruptive Materials, Origin by Ocean’s ingredient was recognized not only for its technical innovation but also for pioneering a new model of circular, ocean-positive chemistry.

OCEANTHIXLV – Not all alginates are created equal

OCEANTHIX™ LV is the world’s first commercial-scale, upcycled alginate, developed from invasive Sargassum algae — an escalating environmental problem in the Caribbean. By transforming this biomass into a valuable raw material, Origin by Ocean turns ecological harm into ocean regeneration and supports coastal communities.

Why OCEANTHIXLV stood out:
  • 100% bio-based & biodegradable – replacing synthetic thickeners without compromising performance.

  • Superior sensoriality – boosts viscosity, smooths skin feel, and eliminates stickiness in formulations.

  • Ocean regeneration impact – directly linked to restoring marine ecosystems and supporting coastal communities.

  • Full traceability – ensuring brands can meet sustainability and transparency goals.

The award placed OCEANTHIX™ LV at the forefront of sustainable beauty innovation, ahead of nominees from Belgium, Bulgaria, the United States, France, and Sweden.

Founded in 2019 by chemist and ocean activist Mari Granström, Origin by Ocean is redefining how ingredients are sourced by turning marine challenges into circular economy opportunities. This award validates not only the scientific excellence of the OCEANTHIX™ platform but also its mission: regenerating the oceans while creating high-value, sustainable products for the beauty industry and beyond.

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Preorder now!

Don’t wait— secure your access to the first batches of OCEANTHIX™ LV and OCEANBOOST™ LF by placing a preorder today.

  • Gain a competitive advantage: Preorders give formulators early access to breakthrough, ocean-positive ingredients produced at our first-of-a-kind biorefinery from invasive Sargassum.

  • Technical support & priority service: Early buyers receive formulation advice and priority technical support from our NPD team to integrate these ingredients smoothly.

  • Shape supply & impact: By estimating your future volumes now, you help us validate demand, scale responsibly, and fuel the Blue Economy — turning ocean overgrowth into regenerative value.

  • Non-binding & flexible: This preorder is non-binding. Our sales and NPD teams will confirm details and tailor pricing, supply timing, and support to your needs.

Our biorefinery is building up, fulfilling first customer orders in 2028 and targeting full production, utilizing 4,000 tonnes Sargassum annually in 2029. By preordering now, you’re not just securing supply — you’re partnering in a movement to regenerate marine ecosystems and define the future of sustainable chemistry.

Want to experiment with it yourself?  Request a sample and see how easily you can create your own sprayable wonder.

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