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Who we are

With state-of-the-art facilities in Marseille, France and Austin, Texas we are inventors at heart.
Having brought microfluidics to beauty, and remaining the only supplier of this innovative technology in Europe and the USA, we are recognized as a force in the cosmetics industry.

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Invent.
Dare. Exceed.

"Driven by science and formulation artistry, we bring enduring blockbusters to market for brands, in a sustainable way. We love big challenges!!"

Sébastien Bardon

CEO & Co-founder

Our story

Rooted in science, Capsum was born from the dream of 3 top-level scientists from Harvard and ESPCI Paris: transform microfluidics from a lab science to a business. Building machines, experimenting on materials, daring to venture into industries where they had zero experience, they found their path: Cosmetics. The perfect combination of science and artistry, where microfluidics would be a game changer.

capsum creation
capsum first production site
capsum first use of 3D printing
capsum first pearl creation
Capsum bubble technology
capsum first microfluidic cream
sensory gold award
capsum new bubble serums
microfluidic makeup
Capsum austin plant
precision indoor farming
Production of fragrances

The Creation of Capsum

The start-up embarks on its cosmetic journey, producing the first encapsulated cosmetic ingredients using microfluidics.

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First production site

In Marseille France.

Use of 3D printing

To create microfluidic machines.

Pearl technology

Launch of Liquid Lift with La Prairie, the first pearl serum with a caviar-like formula.
The same year we received the Innovation Award from INPI - the French Patent Institute rewarding our strong IP strategy.

Bubble technology

Launch of the first serum of liquid oil bubbles: Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Serum (first generation of bubble technology using airless packaging).

Extending formulation artistry

Launch of the first microfluidics-inspired cream, that looks like a classic emulsion but offers the sensation and performance of microfluidic textures.

Sensory Gold Award

The truly innovative look & feel of our bubble technology serums is awarded Gold at In-Cosmetics Global.

"A new generation of bubble serums"

Launch of the first serum of gelified oil bubbles: L'Occitane Immortelle Night Reset Serum (2nd generation of bubble technology - the first to use atmospheric packaging).

Microfluidic makeup

Launch of the first microfluidic makeup line for Chanel: Les Beiges Eau de Teint.

Opening production in the USA

Opening of a 126K sq. ft. state-of-the-art sustainable manufacturing plant in Austin, TX
> Zero energy stress
> Zero hydric stress
> Leed Silver certified

Building a precision indoor farm in Austin

To grow plants in a controled atmosphere to create local, sustainable and highly potent actives.

B Corp™ Certification

Becoming a B Corp, we join the global community that uses business as a force for good, striving for excellence in social and environmental impact, accountability and transparency.
This certification completes our global commitment: RSPO certification, “Entreprise à mission” status(2023), Ecovadis Gold medal (since 2021), member of Global compact (2021)

In 2024, we enter the fine fragrances business with new technology to create high-performance, alcohol-free fragrances.

What we have achieved

patents

100+

employees

270

YtoY growth for the past 5 years

+25%

Net Promoter Score

(February 2024 survey)

67

Capsum-made product sold every 2 seconds worldwide

1

Capsum Campus

We turn technology into reality.
Passionnate about innovation, we support and explore it beyond our core business. Capsum has created a structure in-house to give life to daring innovative ideas and welcome technology-driven entrepreneurs aligned with our mission.

Latest news from Capsum

Presence at trade shows, conferences, the latest Capsum-related articles, new launches... Here's the latest news from Capsum!

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