By doing so they are contributing to the promotion of sustainable innovation and support their international positioning through differentiated cosmetic products. The scalable nature of the formulation platform creates opportunities for adoption beyond the initial pilot locations, offering potential benefits to thermal operators across Europe and other international markets.

Cosmetic and Wellness industry partners

The project delivers a validated portfolio of sustainable cosmetic bases that can serve as a foundation for private-label and customised product development. The knowledge generated through the formulation and stabilisation of products containing waters with diverse ionic profiles creates opportunities for broader applications, particularly in regions where water composition presents similar formulation challenges.

This scalable approach supports the development of specialised cosmetic solutions while increasing manufacturing efficiency and market competitiveness.

Scientific and innovation communities

By advancing knowledge at the intersection of cosmetic science and thermal water applications, the project contributes to the development of new technical expertise and strengthens collaboration between industry and scientific organisations.

The project serves as a platform for knowledge transfer, transforming scientific research into market-ready solutions capable of generating economic and societal value.

Labfit & Pharmapoli - HPRD Lda.

As the lead beneficiary, HPRD Lda. will strengthen its technical expertise and expand its innovation capabilities through the development of advanced cosmetic formulations compatible with natural mineral waters of varying mineral compositions, enhancing HPRD's private-label offering, creating new business opportunities and supporting the growth of its manufacturing operations.

Beyond product development, the knowledge generated through the stabilization of formulations containing complex ionic profiles will create valuable know-how with potential applications across the cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors, particularly in regions facing similar formulation challenges.

The project will also reinforce HPRD's position as an innovation-driven company, strengthening the reputation of its R&D activities and enhancing its competitiveness in both national and international markets.

Key Benefits

• Expansion of technical and scientific expertise in thermal cosmetics

• Development of a scalable portfolio of sustainable cosmetic products

• Growth of private-label and contract manufacturing opportunities

• Strengthened innovation and R&D capabilities

• Enhanced international visibility and market differentiation

• Increased opportunities for business growth and internationalisation