P2 Science, based in the US, is a company pioneering a new class of plant-based ingredients and processes rooted in the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry to replace unsustainable petrochemicals in everyday products.
The company was co-founded in 2012 by Patrick Foley and Paul Anastas, who is widely recognised as the “Father of Green Chemistry”. Together, they have spearheaded the development of the company’s patented technologies for converting renewable feedstocks into specialty chemicals.
P2 Science’s patented Citropol® technology transforms upcycled organic material from industrial processes, such as pine tree oils from the pulp and paper industry, into high-performance polymers and cosmetic fluids for use in cosmetics and fragrances. This innovation can replace substances such as silicones in beauty formulations, offering biodegradable, bio-renewable and biocompatible alternatives.
Citropol® reduces reliance on fossil-based inputs and supports biodiversity, while its production process is low-energy, low-waste, and highly scalable. This innovation not only delivers superior performance but also offers significant environmental benefits, with the potential to offset thousands of tons of CO₂ annually. In fact, replacing just 5% of global silicone use in personal care with Citropol® could cut emissions by up to 20,000 tons per year, making it a powerful step toward a cleaner, more sustainable beauty industry.
With over 200 beauty products already using Citropol® and new globally compliant launches like Citropol® DE‑4 and Citropol V6, the technology is proven as a drop-in high performance sustainability solution for existing production processes. P2 Science can help create a new generation of formulations for L’Oréal portfolio, supporting the company on its path toward its L’Oréal for the Future commitment.
Patrick Foley, Co‑Founder, and Oihana Elizalde, CEO of P2 Science said, “As the global leader in beauty, L’Oréal sets the benchmark for performance, integrity, and sustainability, and L’AcceleratOR gives us a powerful platform to scale our green‑chemistry innovations and bring high‑performance, plant‑based ingredients to millions of consumers worldwide.”