> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.losiam.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # From Thai Food Waste to Global Fragrance Innovation: LOSIAM’s Upcycled Absolutes - URL: https://www.losiam.com/upcycled-thai-perfume-absolutesfrom-thai-food-waste-to-global-fragrance-innovation-losiams-upcycled-absolutes/ - Published: 2025-11-10T04:04:23.000Z - Updated: 2026-10-05T09:54:22.000Z - Description: LOSiam upcycles Thai cocoa husks, makiang pulp & mandarin peels into traceable, zero-waste perfume absolutes. Perfumer-approved, vegan, luxury-grade. Samples available. - Author: Thomas POUPLIN - Tags: #upcycled perfume, #thai natural ingredients, #zero waste fragrance, #supercritical co2 extraction, #chiang mai fragrance lab, latest ## LOSiam: Boutique Upcycled Thai Perfume Absolutes In Northern Thailand, **mandarin peels** pile up after juicing, **makiang pulp** is discarded post-processing, and **cocoa husks** are swept aside in chocolate factories, valuable byproducts too often headed for landfills \[10\]. At [Laboratoire Olfactif du Siam (LOSiam)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/losiamthai/?ref=losiam.com), based in Chiang Mai’s CMU Biopolis of [Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University](https://www.linkedin.com/company/agro-cmu/?ref=losiam.com), we **upcycle** these side-streams into **premium absolutes** using ultrasonic and solvent-based extraction. Our three flagship ingredients, **Cocoa Husk CO₂ Absolute**, **Makiang Pulp Absolute**, and **Mandarin Peel Absolute**, are **olfactively superior**, **fully traceable**, and **story-rich**. They prove that **true luxury begins with what others overlook** \[2\]. This article centers **LOSIAM** as a boutique pioneer in Thai upcycled perfumery, drawing from industry insights and real perfumer collaborations. --- ### 1\. Thai Upcycled Ingredients: Ethical Sourcing & Zero-Waste Extraction **Upcycling** \= *creative valorization*, transforming low-value byproducts into **higher-quality fragrance ingredients** than virgin materials \[3\]. At LOSIAM: - **Ethical Sourcing**: Direct partnerships with Chiang Mai farmers under the **Nagoya Protocol**, no middlemen, traceable from farm to flacon. - **Tailored Extraction**: **Supercritical CO₂** (cocoa husks) → solvent-free, biodegradable **Solvent + ultrasonic** (makiang, mandarin) → preserves volatile depth. - **Zero-Waste Loop**: Post-extraction residues become **compost or animal feed** \[3\]. We exceed **Givaudan’s 50% upcycled carbon benchmark** and are pursuing **Upcycled Certified™** status to eliminate greenwashing \[4\] --- ### 2\. Three Flagship Absolutes: Cocoa Husk, Makiang Pulp, Mandarin Peel ![](https://www.losiam.com/content/images/2025/12/Picture1.png) "Upcycled material often smell even more interesting than their original form" \[2\] The same approach led to our two teak materials, both made from sawmill dust: the [Teak Wood CO2 Extract](https://www.losiam.com/teak-wood-co2-extract-upcycled-sawdust/) and the [Old Teak Sawdust Absolute](https://www.losiam.com/old-teak-sawdust-upcycled-absolute/). See the full range on [Our Products](https://www.losiam.com/our-products/), or evaluate several upcycled materials at once with the [Discovery Kits](https://www.losiam.com/discovery-kits-meet-the-palette/). ### 3\. Perfumer Case Studies: Dubai, Paris, Tokyo **Case Study 1: Cocoa Husk CO₂ Absolute – Dubai’s “Chiang Mai Nocturne”** A Dubai niche house used our cocoa absolute as the **vegan gourmand base** in an oud-chocolate blend. The **smoky, non-cloying depth**, extracted CO₂-clean, delivered 10+ hour longevity. **Impact**: - Fully traceable Thai supply chain ![Cocoa husk, Makiang pulp and mandarin peel, the food waste behind LOSiam's three upcycled absolutes](https://www.losiam.com/content/images/2025/12/1762488052419.jpeg) "Cleaner, richer, and ethically sourced, clients love the story" **Case Study 2: Makiang Pulp Absolute – Paris Limited Edition** A Parisian indie brand launched a **“Tropical Rose”** summer EDP using makiang as the **exotic heart**. The **fermented pineapple-mango** note fused with Damask rose for a piña-colada floral, **unique, addictive, 100% natural**. **Impact**: - Supported women-led cooperatives - **B Corp-aligned storytelling** for Gen Z audiences \[8\] ![](https://www.losiam.com/content/images/2025/12/1762488078111.jpeg) **Case Study 3: Mandarin Peel Absolute – Tokyo’s “Thai Sunrise”** A new niche perfumer in Japan built a radiant citrus cologne around our mandarin absolute. The **zesty, green lift**, amplified by ultrasonic extraction, outshone Italian bergamot in freshness and sillage. **Impact**: - No photo-toxicity, brighter top notes ![](https://www.losiam.com/content/images/2025/12/1762488910058.jpeg) Perfumer: "it's not just sustainable, it's perfumery poetry" ### 4\. Why LOSIAM Absolutes Stand Out ![](https://www.losiam.com/content/images/2025/12/Picture2.png) **Perfumer Feedback**: “*These aren’t green compromises, they’re creative upgrades.*” --- ### 5\. Environmental & Circular Impact - **Waste Valorization**: Diverts local food byproducts from landfill \[10\] - **Carbon Efficiency**: **Local sourcing** reduces transport emissions \[3\] - **Resource Preservation**: No virgin harvesting → **protects Thai biodiversity** \[6\] - **Full Loop**: Residues → **compost/feed** → back to farms \[3\] We align with **Givaudan’s FiveCarbon Path™** and **dsm-firmenich renewable carbon goals**, with **Thai precision and soul** \[18\]. ![](https://www.losiam.com/content/images/2025/12/1762489082980.jpeg) ### 6\. Market Fit: Why Perfumers Choose LOSIAM - **Consumer demand** for ethically and environmentally responsible products drives the upcycled fragrance trend \[12\]. - **Gen Z Demand**: Sustainability = **non-negotiable**; our **traceable stories** resonate \[12\]. - **Premium and Desirable**: Upcycled ingredients are increasingly viewed as both premium and desirable, proving sustainability can coexist with luxury \[12\]. - **Greenwashing-Proof**: **Third-party LCAs**, **Upcycled Certified™ in progress**, **full COAs** ### 7\. The Future: Scaling Boutique Thai Upcycling By **2030**, upcycled ingredients could dominate **fine fragrance** \[2\]. LOSIAM is R&D-ing: - **Roasted coconut husk CO₂** → Petrichor, nutty, lactonic base - **Mango/banana peels** → Green tropical profile **Explore our catalogue** at [www.losiam.com](https://www.losiam.com/) **Request samples**: DM or email us at [info@losiam.com](mailto:info@losiam.com) **Fact-checks & Bibliography** 1. **A brief comparison natural v/s synthetics – Oud collection.** By Muhammad Imran Malik. Originally Published: July 31, 2021\. Updated: September 16, 2024. 2. **Are Upcycled Fragrances The Next Big Trend In Sustainable Beauty?** By Jenna Igneri. Originally Published: April 28, 2021\. Updated: February 20, 2024\. (Source: The Zoe Report). 3. **From leftovers to luxury: Pioneering upcycling in fragrances.** Givaudan. 4. **Guidance on the use of upcycled Ingredients – Key Considerations.** The Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA). May 2023. 5. **Lilybelle® by Symrise sets standards in eco-friendly fragrances and clinches prestigious Barcelona Perfumery Congress Award.** Symrise. December 15, 2023. 6. **Navigating Sustainability Challenges and Fragrance Production.** OnScent. 7. **The 360° Advantage: Why Flavor & Fragrance B2Bs Need a Full-Service Marketing Approach.** By Melissa Lipovsky. November 19, 2024\. (Source: Costello Creative Group). 8. **The Clean Perfume Trend: Sustainable, Natural & Cruelty Free Fragrances.** B Futurist. September 5, 2025. 9. **The Regulatory Landscape: Upcycling in Beauty & Personal Care.** By The Upcycled Beauty Company. September 25, 2023\. (Source: Covalo Blog). 10. **The Role of Upcycled Ingredients in Reducing Waste in the Fragrance Industry.** By Kristal Goodman. March 19, 2025\. (Source: THG Labs). 11. **Turning coffee grounds into premium skincare products.** Givaudan. 12. **Upcycled Fragrance: Perception, Pricing, and Greenwashing Challenges.** Industry report section (Givaudan / The Zoe Report ecosystem) 13. **Upcycled Fragrances: Breathing New Life into Traditional Waste Materials.** Iberchem. September 28, 2023. 14. **Upcycled Fragrances: Unique Repurposed Scent Notes.** REFASH. February 28, 2024. 15. **Upcycled beauty: myth busting.** By The Upcycled Beauty Company. October 24, 2023\. (Source: Cosmetics Business). 16. **Upcycled citrus fruit waste holds potential for cosmetics industry, flags research**. Personal Care Insights. March 18, 2022. 17. **Upcycling.** dsm-firmenich Perfumery & Beauty.