Sparxell, a startup founded by Cambridge scientists to develop sustainable pigments for use in the cosmetics industry, has raised £2.5m from backers including make-up giant L’Oreal. Founded in 2022, Sparxell develops biodegradable, vegan colour pigments from plant-based cellulose extracted from waste. Much of the cosmetics industry currently uses chemicals derived from fossil fuels to create […] Read this story
