Akema is a leading Italian manufacturer of high-performance cosmetic ingredients specializing in allantoin, its functional derivatives and preservation systems for personal care formulations. Fully manufactured in-house in Italy, our ingredients deliver science-backed solutions for safe, effective and compliant cosmetics worldwide.
Founded in 1973, Akema is a family-owned Italian manufacturer specialized in allantoin, functional skin actives and preservation systems for modern cosmetics. All ingredients are produced in-house at our plant in Italy, ensuring full traceability, quality and global compliance. With a distribution network in over 70 countries, Akema is a trusted, reliable partner for R&D teams and formulators worldwide.
Safe microbial protection. Global. Sustainable. Flexible solutions.
At Akema, Research & Development is the driving force behind every ingredient we create. Our in-house laboratory offers full technical support – from early-stage formulation to preservative efficacy testing (challenge tests) – helping formulators build safe, stable and compliant cosmetic products. With decades of experience, we deliver tailor-made preservation strategies and advanced support for modern personal care innovation.