Darling
Waste becomes skincare.
Top 5 Finalist - Industrial Case Competition
Problem
Tropical climates demand specialized skincare formulations. Agricultural waste represents untapped cosmetic potential. Green beauty requires sustainable ingredient sourcing.
Overview
Darling repurposes kolang-kaling and dragon fruit byproducts into a hydrogel moisturizer for tropical skin. The formulation leverages galactomannan extraction and fruit-peel bioactive utilization.
Concept
A hydrogel-based moisturizer using galactomannan from kolang-kaling and active compounds from dragon fruit peel, positioned as a sustainable cosmetic for hot, humid climates.
Scope
Galactomannan extraction concept, dragon fruit peel bioactive utilization, hydrogel formulation, tropical skin positioning, preclinical evaluation planning, sustainable packaging, pricing analysis, and integrated marketing strategy.
Contribution
Developed extractable bioactive sourcing and hydrogel formulation strategy. Collaborated on market positioning and sustainability narrative.
Reflection
This project highlighted the intersection of agricultural sustainability and cosmetic innovation - transforming waste streams into desirable skincare formulations.