BERKEM, Active by Principle

With 50 years of experience, Berkem is an expert in plant extraction for different fields of application: cosmetics, food and health. Based in France, this independent SME on a human scale is specialized in the extraction of active ingredients from plants, especially polyphenols (grape seed and pine bark extracts).

The know-how​

From development to production, Berkem provides:

• A research and development lab and a team of experts.

• An analysis laboratory and equipment for extract characterization, HPLC, CPG, IR.

• High-performance pilot installations to guarantee industrial adaptation and the production of adequate quantities.

• Production workshops organized in versatile units that can be adapted to your needs and to evolving technology.

The products​

Berkemyol​ range for cosmetics: stabilized polyphenols for skin care

Vitisol ​for hair care:Grape seed OPC

Pineol ​for nutricosmetics: Pine bark OPC

Premium Grape OPC ​for nutricosmetics: Grape seed OPC

WHAT IS NEW ?​

Polynektars^®​ range which is rich in polyphenols, 100% plant-origin and preservative-free:

- Fresh’ka^®​ extracted from strawberry plant leaves. It brightens the complexion, smoothes skin texture and gently lightens the skin.

- Myrti’lla^®​ extracted from bilberry leaves. It prevents redness, improves microcirculation and tones capillaries.

- Origa’light^®​ extracted from oregano leaves. It has lightening and antioxidant properties, and a good photostability.