Space Cosme FACEPEACE by ORALPEACE

Peace for all people on this planet

Skincare for humankind, created with the 21st century space technology

For clear, hydrated, healthy and beautiful skin　

Space Cosme FACEPEACE

Skincare for humankind, created with the 21st century space technology for clear, hydrated, healthy and beautiful skin.

Chemical-free, plant-based, functional skincare (cream) containing “Neonisin-e®*”, which is kind to the body and the Earth.

A skincare product made for all humankind using the 21st century space technology, “Space Cosme Facepeace” is gender and age neutral.

Containing a patented formulation of lactic acid bacteria peptide “Neonisin-e®︎”* ”(Patent No. 6523473),it is the world’s first chemical-free (contains no chemical substances), plant-based (using 100% plant ingredients),and 100% biodegradable (all components will be decomposed in the natural environment or in the body) cosmetic item (cream) that is kind to the body and the Earth, and meets specifications for the use by astronauts.

“Space Cosme” has been developed by applying the innovative technology of ORALPEACE to the field of skincare.

When “ORALPEACE” was selected as a candidate product to be used at an international space station in 2020,
we launched a development project for a personal care product for use in space.

We started the research aiming to create a skincare product that is kind to the human body as well as the Earth,
which can be brought into spacecraft and solve human skincare issues both in space and on the Earth.

In 2021, we have successfully developed an innovative skincare product that can be used both in space and on the ground.

A product made in Japan with internationally recognized quality,
it has been inspired by the world’s great outdoors that are reminiscent of space,
and developed utilizing the Kyushu University’s research results that have been adopted to be used at an international space station as the green technology of the 21st century. European certification for organic cosmetics is to be awarded.

While civilian space travel is becoming a reality from 2022 onward and the environmental degradation more and more visible globally, we aim to contribute to humankind by utilizing the research results of Japan’s national research institutes, as well as by leading the world in commercially supplying “Space Cosme” made using innovative technology to help solving skincare issues of the 21st century.

Focusing initially on exporting and expanding in health and environmentally conscious overseas markets where civilian space travel plans are promoted ahead of the rest, we will launch the product in the USA and other international markets on February 24, 2022, at 10 am in Eastern Standard Time. It will be released in Japan on March 17, 2022, at 10 am in Japan Standard Time.

As with ORALPEACE, our preceding project, we will be distributing this product from Japan to people around the world, as a social business model showing how business can contribute to society.

For your loved ones. For the healthy and beautiful skin.

To keep your skin clear and hydrated. For those who are hypersensitive to chemical compounds, have sensitive skin or skin problems, want to conserve nature and save the Earth for the future, are interested in skincare products utilizing the latest space technology.

With love and sincerity, we will continue to conduct our research and business to bring skincare products wanted by humankind. We truly appreciating your support.

NEWS

“Space Cosme FACEPEACE” was introduced at WWD

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PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Gender and age neutral, for all humankind.

To maintain the health of humankind and to save the beautiful Earth.
To take on a space trip. For your daily skincare routine.
With your loved ones.

2. Contains “Neonisin-e®**”, a patented formulation of lactic acid bacteria peptide.

Based on 30 years of research on lactic acid bacteria by Dr. Kenji Sonomoto, honorary professor of Kyushu University, it was developed in industry-academia collaboration among Kyushu University, Kagoshima University, and National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology. The research and development were conducted by project members with Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Engineering, Doctor of Agriculture, Doctor of Pharmacy, Doctor of Medical Dentistry, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, and clinicians.

3. Chemical-free & plant-based.

The chemical-free skincare product is the fruit of the innovations in antiseptic and production techniques,which were enabled by the 21st century green technology. Meetiing specifications for the use by astronauts, it does not contain any flammable substances such as alcohol (ethanol) or chemical components that are prohibited from use in spacecraft.Low irritation and environmentally friendly. An example of green skincare products that have greatly evolved in the 2020s.

4. Skincare made with plant-based ingredients that are essential for the skin.

Sumptuous mixture of emollient ingredients (oil-based moisturizing ingredients) derived from various plants of the Earth and water-based moisturizing ingredients such as glycerin replenishes the skin with hydration,firms it up, and smoothens its texture, as well as protecting it from ultraviolet rays and dryness to keep it healthy.
You can use it in addition to your current skincare favorites to boost their benefits.

5. Concentrated and large-sized for long-term use.

With the water content of less than 30%, Space Cosme’s Compact and Rich formula is concentrated with carefully selected key ingredients. Like a beauty oil or serum, only a small amount is enough for each application. Though it depends on the amount each individual uses, the large-sized product (100 ml) should last for about a year when applied only to the face, making it suitable for long-term missions.

6. A Japan-made product using space technology.

A Japan-made product of world-class quality, which was inspired by the world’s great outdoors that are reminiscent of space and developed using the advanced research results of Japan’s national research institutes including Kyushu University.

7. Products that are friendly to the natural environment of the Earth.

Only using sustainable plant-based ingredients to suppress CO2 emissions and offset carbon,the product is highly biodegradable in the natural environment to ensure microbial ecosystems are protected in rivers. Designed for space missions, the container and packaging are light resistant, heat resistant, shatterproof, and made using environmentally friendly recycled glass. The container is designed to hold a large volume of the product to reduce the amount of packaging production as well as consumers’ purchase frequency, which results in less environmental impact and household expenditure.

8. Novel design for space missions.

Designed by Noriteru Minesaki , a leading art director of Japan. In outer space with strong rays of light, black-printed letters let ultraviolet rays through and deteriorate the content. Therefore, only white letters are used on the silver-colored base that reflects light. Universal design that is easy to understand for all people around the world.

9. For people around the world who share the same values.

For clear, hydrated, healthy and beautiful skin. For those who would like to keep their skin clean, healthy and beautiful, conserve nature and save the Earth for the future. For the whole family from babies to the elderly and pets. For those who are interested in skincare products utilizing the latest space technology.

FOR WHO

who want to go on a space trip
who want clear and well-textured skin.
who want to keep their skin healthy and beautiful.
who seek health and beauty at the same time.
who want to protect skin from UV rays and dryness.
who want to keep their skin moisturized and elastic.
who are worried about rough skin.
who care about the quality of what you put on your skin.
who prefer organic and plant-based to your skin.
For those with skin problems or skin problems.
For those with sensitive skin and those who are not good at chemical components.
who want to maintain the original barrier function of the skin.
who want to nourish and keep the skin beautiful with safe ingredients.
who want to use the product not only for face care but also for hands and whole body with one product.
who want a product that can feel the effect and contains safe ingredients only.

To a loved one.
who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or pregnant.
who are concerned about transdermal absorption of chemical components.
who want to protect their skin with natural ingredients instead of chemical ingredients.
who are interested in chemical-free products.
who are interested in vegan cosmetics.
who have their hands licked by babies and pets.
who want to use it with the whole family from babies to pets.
who like products that can be used genderlessly.
who love nature and outdoors such as camping.
who like products with low environmental impact.
who seek for cruelty free products.
who want to use one product for a long time and at a reasonable price.
To wisely reduce the cost of spending on cosmetics annually.
who like high quality products.

who want to use products that are friendly to people and the environment.
who like designs that enrich everyday life.
who like unique concepts, designs and products.
who value papers and evidence data rather than promotional materials.
who want to use products using patented research and technology.
who are interested in skin care products developed by national research institutes.
who are interested in skin care products that utilize the latest space technology.
for those interested in 21st century green technology.
who like products and initiatives with high sustainability.
who prefer social companies to profit-seeking companies.
who want to support social contribution through innovative products.
For gifts to loved ones.
who want to protect the beautiful nature and the earth of the future.
who like beautiful things.
who prefer real scents to synthetic fragrances.

Space Cosme FACEPEACE

Chemical-free, plant-based, functional skincare (cream) containing “Neonisin-e®*”

To maintain the health of humankind and to save the beautiful Earth.

To take on a space trip.

For your daily skincare routine. For your loved ones. Gender and age neutral.

Made for all humankind. Meeting specifications for the use by astronauts, it is made only with plant ingredients that are essential for the skin, and is chemical and alcohol free.

As well as the key ingredient “Neonisin-e®”, a lactic acid peptide formulation, the product also contains an emollient ingredient (oil-based moisturizing ingredient) made from Japanese rice germ oil and lecithin, along with a water-based moisturizing ingredient made from glycerin and water.

Consisting of concentrated creamy oil, just a minute amount of the nonwatery Compact and Rich formula replenishes the skin with hydration, firms it up, and smoothens its texture, leaving the complexion clear, moisturized, healthy and beautiful. Use on its own, or use it in addition to your favorite skincare products to boost their benefits.

It can also be used on the whole body. Though it depends on the amount each individual uses, the contents of the product should last for about a year when applied only to the face, making it suitable for long-term missions.

To reduce the environmental impact, we have cut down the amount of packaging by designing the container that holds a large volume of the product.

Unscented. (One of the ingredients, damask rose flower essential oil contains some components – such as geraniol – that can initially have a faint scent)

100ml(One year*):$50 (Tax excluded)
1ml small pack(3〜4days*):$0.5(Tax excluded)

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Ingredients

Neonisin-e®**; a patented formulation of lactic acid bacteria peptide, damask rose flower essential oil*, rice germ oil*, hydrogenated lecithin*, glycerin*, other. * plant-based ingredients.**plant-based lactic acid bacteria.

* Though it depends on the amount each individual uses, the contents of the product (100 ml) should last for about a year when applied daily and only to the face. The size of year’s supply is selected for long-term astronaut missions, as well as to stop excessive consumption of small containers for preventing the destruction of nature. A large amount of the product can be used daily, or it can be applied to the whole body or shared among family members. Use as much of the product a day or as many bottles a year as you like for additional benefits.

The following ingredients are not used

× Ingredients not approved as food × Silicon such as dimethicone / cyclomethicone /cyclopentasiloxane × Vinyl polymer such as carbomer × Petroleum-derived ingredients such as paraffin, vaseline, mineral oil × Petroleum-based surfactant × Etal (alcohol) × IPMP (isopropylmethyl) Synthetic bactericides such as phenol) × Synthetic preservatives such as paraben (paraoxybenzoic acid ester), phenoxyethanol, PG (propylene glycol), BG (butylene glycol) × Hinokithiol × urea × PEG-60, solubilizers such as propanediol × Synthetic fragrance × Animal-derived raw materials including human-derived × Raw materials derived from insects and insects × Lactic acid bacteria themselves (no mixture of live and dead bacteria, no lactic acid bacteria derived from animal feces even during raw material production)

How to use Space Cosme

① Take a very small amount (rice grain size), spread it on the palms of both hands, and warm it in your hands.

② Then, press your palm against your face, apply it against your skin, and take a deep breath. If you don’t have enough oil, try again.

③Because it is an oil-rich concentrated type, if the amount applied is too large (sticky or sticky) depending on the season, wipe it off with the back of your hand or arm to adjust the feeling of use (matte feeling) to your liking. increase.

After a while, the texture of the skin on the hands and arms to be wiped off will be improved.

With this one. In addition to the skin care products you are currently using, the effect will be boosted. Also for the whole body.

If you like, you can use it by diluting it in water with the palm of your hand. Although general skin care creams may contain 90% or more of water, “FACEPEACE Space Cosmetics” is an oil-based cream with as little water as possible, so when diluted with water, it becomes equivalent to general skin care creams.

The reason why it is shiny and sticky due to excessive oil is that it does not contain chemical components such as mineral oil (petroleum), silicone, vinyl polymer, petrolatum, etc. that give a smooth feeling on the skin surface, and is naturally derived, which is necessary for skin care. This is because it contains only the plant ingredients of. Wipe off the excess oil with the back of your hand or arm to adjust the feeling of use to your liking.

It can be used on the whole body as well as on the face. Also for lip and hand nail care, heels and knees, and hair styling. Gender-free from newborns to the elderly. With a loved one. With the whole family. Also for pets.

A chemical-free, plant-based body-safe ingredient, environmentally friendly and sustainable skin care product.

“FACEPEACE SpaceCosme” solves the problems of astronauts’ skin care and delivers it to many people at a reasonable price for the skin care of human beings on the earth, while protecting the natural environment of the earth. Keeps your skin healthy and beautiful.

* Due to the characteristics of the product, it is possible that it will separate into water and oil due to some environmental changes such as during space flight. There is no problem in using it, so in that case, shake the bottle before use to mix.

* “Neonisin-e®,” an original patented ingredient

“Neonisin-e®” is a patented formulation of lactic acid bacterium antibacterial peptide (bacteriocin) which was invented in industry-academia collaboration of Faculty of Agriculture in Graduate School of Kyushu University, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences of Kagoshima University, and National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology.

Their study is based on the technology research for lactic acid bacteria “to fight against bacteria by using bacteria” for more than 20 years by Professor Kenji Sonomoto, a doctor of engineering and honorary professor of Kyushu University, who held prominent positions such as a professor of Division of Systems Bioengineering, Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Graduate School, Kyushu University, vice-president of Japan Society for Lactic Acid Bacteria, and president of the Society for Biotechnology, Japan.

It is produced from clean lactic acid bacteria which was discovered in plant-oriented food (protein) “soy pulp” made in Fukuoka prefecture. It is safely and rapidly degraded into amino acid while affecting indigenous bacteria on the human body (oral/skin) such as gram-positive bacteria, gram-negative bacteria and Candida bacteria that causes a wide range of troubles and acting instantly at extremely low levels compared to general disinfectants and antibiotics.

Also, innovative product preservation technology enabled us to achieve preservative-free products with no ethanol and synthetic preservatives.

The major characteristic is it is gentle to the body and also gentle to the environment.In addition, thanks to its novel superiority that it acts only on bacteria and does not destroy human cells, it was expected to be applied to skincare and beauty fields such as an early cure of bedsores, treatment for acne, pimples, atopy, rough skin, bacterial skin troubles, body odor prevention and deodorant. (Patent No. 5750552)

Effective Ingredients in Japanese rice germ oil for the skin

Rice germ oil is made by extracting the nutrients of rice germ which only about 50g can be collected from 5 kg of brown rice. It contains more ingredients required for skin such as γ-oryzanol, ferulic acid, tocotrienol, vitamin E and linolic acid, than other oils.

γ-oryzanol and ferulic acid have been reported to have an effect of inhibiting the action of tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in the synthesis of melanin, and are also known to absorb UV rays on the skin surface and prevent sunburn. They are also expected to have a skin whitening effect.Tocotrienol and vitamin E have the effect of protecting skin cells from active oxygen by strong antioxidative power. They are expected to prevent blemishes and freckles by inhibiting excessive production of melanin pigments caused by active oxygen.

It is said that aging progresses quickly in space, and the amount of moisture in the skin decreases with age. Ceramide in the cornified layer retains water. It is said that the moisture level can be retained by applying rice germ oil containing linolic acid, the same ingredient, to the skin.

* Please use sunscreen to prevent sunburn.

Beauty ingredients in organic damask rose otto essential oil from Bulgaria

Since ancient times, damask rose essential oil has been regarded as a precious perfume oil and been loved by humankind. Organic damask rose oil cultivated in the “Rose Valley” in Kazanlak (in the east of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria) is considered to be a particularly valuable essential oil, whose Japanese market price is as high as 10,000 yen per mL. 4 tons of petals hand-picked in the early morning of June are required to obtain 1kg of the essential oil.

Damask rose essential oil contains various beauty ingredients and aroma components such as geraniol, nerol, and phenyl that work on the mind and skin, as well as other components that work on the human body and hormones, whose mechanism of action is yet to be understood.

Geraniol has antibacterial, insect repellent, astringent, and relaxing effects, and is believed to be effective for softening the skin and restoring its elasticity. Its scent is said to repel mosquitoes in particular, making it an effective insect repellent.

Once absorbed into the body, geraniol is released from the sweat glands together with sweat, and it produces a subtle scent from within the body when taken daily, thus attracting attention from those who are concerned about body odor.

For “Neonisin-e®”, we use a handmade organic damask rose otto essential oil that is truly valuable, which is steam-distilled without using chemical solvents from the flowers that are manually and organically cultivated in the soil of Kazanrak, Bulgaria, by a family of organic farmers that have been partnering with us since 2017.

Experience the skin-beautifying effect that has long been recognized by humankind.

Plant-based glycerin that is essential for water retention in the human body

Glycerin is an essential component for living organisms including plants. It plays an important role in the living body; in the human body, it binds to other fatty acids and is stored under the skin and around internal organs.

It prevents the evaporation of water from the skin and hydrates by attracting moisture from the air into the skin.
Its tiny molecules penetrate the skin deep into the stratum corneum to soften the skin. It also has a warming effect, as it generates heat in contact with water. It has an excellent moisturizing effect on dry and rough skin as well. It is believed to replenish the skin with essential moisture, leaving the complexion hydrated, healthy and beautiful.

Liposomal function of lecithin; a component of the cell membrane

Hydrogenated lecithin derived from soybean is a natural ingredient produced by adding hydrogen to soy lecithin to make it resistant to oxidation as well as to improve the stability. Lecithin is a phospholipid and rich in fatty acids such as linoleic acid.

Most abundantly found in the human brain, it is a major component of the cell membrane. Lecithin is used in “Space Cosme”, as we recognize its liposome function that enhances the permeation of ingredients, moisturizing function similar to animal-derived ceramide, and emulsion function that helps emulsification.

Liposome is a 0.1 to 0.2μm microcapsule consisting of multi-layered phospholipids, which are biogenic substances. It is believed that the minute capsule that is smaller than skin membrane delivers the essential beauty ingredients deep into the skin.

Space Cosme development history

August 2006

Established Trife Co., Ltd. Engaged in various social brand project.

December 2012

Press conference on the invention of lactic acid bacteria antimicrobial peptide “Neonisin” (Kyushu University Press Club)

June 2013

Press conference on the launch of ORALPEACE project for “creation of work with innovative oral care products for people with disabilities” (Kioi Forum).

July 2013

Gel type and spray type oral care products “ORALPEACE” were launched

February 2014

The Grand Prize of Japan’s largest business contest “Yokohama Business Grand Prix 2014”

July 2014

Approved as the only toothpaste and oral care product in the “Donguri Mark Products,” an environmentally friendly product with no CO2 emissions defined by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

February 2015

The Best Award of Kawasaki City’s Business Grand Prix “Kawasaki Entrepreneur Audition 2015”

February 2015

The Best Award of “JAPAN Venture Awards 2015,” which determines the top of Japanese venture company.

March 2015

The Consumer Reviewer Award of the Social Products Award 2015 as a social product that contributes to SDGs

April 2015

Organic certification approved by European organic certification body was granted, and a patent for “Neonisin” was obtained

April 2016

Donations and distribution of ORALPEACE in the areas affected by the Great Kumamoto Earthquake

June 2016

“ORALPEACE for PET” a toothpaste and oral care product for dogs was launched

September 2016

Selected as “10 people changing the future of Japan” in the Social Innovator 2016 hosted by the Japan Foundation

March 2017

Obtained “Kawasaki Standards” designated by Kawasaki city as optimum welfare products and only certified products of the toothpaste and oral care category

July 2017

Press conference on the invention of new formulation “Neonisin-e” that also covers oral candida (Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall)

October 2017

The first “Good Design Award 2017” for toothpaste and oral care products, and obtained a patent for “Neonisin-e”

May 2018

“ORALPEACE Outdoor Adventure,” the world’s first outdoor toothpaste product which is friendly to natural environments, was launched

September 2018

“LOVE IS ORGANIC” (by ADK) was nominated for Film Division short list in 2019 Spikes Asia Advertisement Award

March 2019

The “Japan Society of Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Agrochemistry Award,” as the first awarded oral care product Research and development of oral care products that are safe to swallow

February 2020

Provided ORALPEACE to 3,600 passengers on a luxurious guest ship “Diamond Princess” which was stopped at Yokohama Port

September 2020

ORALPEACE project was broadcasted across the world in NHK World Broadcast “Direct Talk”

December 2020

“ORALPEACE” was officially selected as an on-board product in space.

January 2021

The “Trife Space Project” was launched to shift to a space product venture that utilizes space technology to solve global issues

March 2021

Starting in Thailand, the export of ORALPEACE spread to 15 countries around the world, including Europe, America, and Asia

November 2021

Officially adopted by as items to be used at Space

January 2022

10th anniversary of project launch

February 2022

Released “FACEPEACE Space Cosme” a plant-based, chemical-free space personal care product.

Q & A

What is the difference between Space Cosme and conventional skincare products?

The greatest difference between Space Cosme and many other skincare products is that Space Cosme is a line of skincare products (creams) that are chemical-free, 100% plant-based, and 100% biodegradable (degradable in the human body and the environment).

Leveraging innovative lactic acid research and space technologies originating from national research institutes in Japan and 21st century green technology, we developed skincare products that are gentle on the body and environment, as well as ready to be used when living in space.

The development and production of conventional skincare products require many chemicals, including artificial preservatives and alcohols (ethanol) as antiseptics as well as synthetic surface-active agents for emulsifying the oils and other substances to make a creamy mixture.

However, times have changed, and now humans are entering space and polluting the earth’s own environment. Drawing on 21th century green technology and the innovative lactic acid research and space technologies by Kyushu University and other national research institutes in Japan, SPACE Cosmetics is a pioneer in using soybeans, rice, plums, and other unique materials from Japan to achieve innovation

that has never before been presented by 20th century chemical technologies.

At the core of this innovation is Neonisin-e®︎, a patented formulation invented by Kyushu University and other national research institutions.

Conventionally, safe, environmentally-oriented, minimum skincare products and organic-certified products, as well as product development using 100% natural ingredients or food ingredients, could be achieved by adding several chemical substances for emulsification and preservation without the need for basic research at national research institutes or patented technology.

Even for Space Cosme, if it wasn’t for Neonisin-e®︎, the innovative products that are chemical-free, plant-based, and 100% biodegradable would not have been developed—it would have been the same development as conventional skincare products that promote safety and beauty effects, containing several artificial preservatives and other chemical substances.

From Japan, we deliver to the world chemical-free, 100% biodegradable skincare products (creams) developed from the technological innovation of bioactive peptides from lactic acid bacteria.

We hope that many people will learn about and try out this world-class innovation developed by Japanese national research institutes.

What is the difference in the ingredients between Space Cosme and conventional skincare products?

Space Cosme uses Neonisin-e®︎, a bioactive peptide from lactic acid bacteria, and all of its products are entirely made of 100% biodegradable substances that are safe and environmentally-friendly even if they remain on the skin or are released into the environment.
Space Cosme does not use artificial preservatives, alcohols, surfactants, and other chemicals.
Space Cosme does not contain any petroleum components such as vaseline, paraffin, or mineral oil that have a large impact on the natural environment.

As a worldwide trend in recent skincare products, consumers are looking for components that are safe to be left on the skin and a shelf life ensured by safe preservatives that replace artificial preservatives that do not break down easily in the environment. In order to respond to the paradigm shift toward safety, health, and environment as a customer orientation seen across the globe, we studied Neonisin-e®, a peptide from lactic acid bacteria, with Kyushu University for more than 20 years.

Space Cosme is a product line for the new age invented and developed in 21st century Japan for people who care about beauty and health, people who are concerned about what they put on their skin, people who want to avoid additives and chemical substances, people seeking to minimize daily chemical absorption through the skin, expecting and breastfeeding mothers, those with sensitive skin, and people who hope to protect the beautiful, natural environment from persistent chemicals.

Not only does Space Cosme pursue innovation in products and technologies, but it also delivers products that are carefully made for people who truly need SPACE Cosmetics products around the world, identify with the brand’s background, and hope to contribute to the society and environmental protection through a business that holds the same value.

What is the difference between Space Cosme and conventional natural/organic skincare products?

The members who planned and developed Space Cosme include researchers from Kyushu University and other national research institutes, as well as many other professionals such as an organic cosmetics pioneer who became the first Japanese to plan a cosmetics brand certified as organic under EU regulations in 2005.
Space Cosme shares the same concept as natural organic skincare products made especially for health- and/or environment-conscious overseas consumers in certain aspects: using sustainable plant ingredients while using no petroleum materials, using organically-grown or wild-crafted plant materials whenever possible while avoiding agricultural chemicals, and doing without chemically-composed substances and additives to make products.

Space Cosme products are also planned by members who have been engaged in the planning and development of various organic products based on European organic standards for over 20 years and are produced at certified factories in Japan in conformity with international organic product standards.

However, as mentioned before, when it comes to emulsified cream and not products made of only oils or water-based liquids such as plant oil and aromatic distilled water or products with alcohol (ethanol) additives, the technical barrier for product preservation and emulsification made it difficult for even natural, organic skincare products that promote safety and low environmental burden to achieve a chemical-free formulation.

Even certified organic products could not overcome this technical innovation hurdle in past decades. They could not go much beyond industrial products containing lots of persistent chemicals, still bound by the need to add artificial preservatives such as sodium benzoate, plant-based but chemically-composed synthetic surfactants, and synthetic fragrances to supplement preservation performance.

By integrating the research results of Neonisin-e®︎, a brainchild of lactic acid bacteria peptide research by a Japanese national university, Space Cosme’ progressive technological innovation achieved what was conventionally impossible with other technologies in the world.

To respond to the health and environmental needs of the new age, we have adopted two approaches: the “addition-approach product making,” which uses a range of various potentially-effective plant essences, and the “subtraction-approach product making,” which eliminated chemical substances whenever possible for better health and environment. In addition, aiming to introduce “multiplication” to a completely new level, we infused the R&D of Japanese space technologies based on the lactic acid bacteria biotechnology and green technology to take on the challenge of creating 21st century products to make a difference.

Specifically, the major difference is that Space Cosme is a skincare product line for the global market that originated in Japan, a research- and technology-oriented nation. Not to mention taking an approach to eliminate petroleum-derived substances and alcohols, our products contain Neonisin-e, a plant-derived lactic acid bacteria peptide formulation that is friendly to living organisms and the global environment, which was invented by building on over 20 years of joint research at national research institutes with the aim of achieving both safety and efficacy.

Another significant difference is that Space Cosme’ research and technologies are not just for profit, but are being used for social contribution activities.

If you are interested in natural, organic, plant-based, or vegan cosmetics, we hope that you will try Space Cosme.

How are ingredients described on skincare product labels?

All ingredients of a cosmetic product are listed in the order of the amount used in the product. In the case of many products, more than 90% of the product is made from ingredients up to the fifth one in the list, or up to the 10th one at most. The numerous substances listed thereafter are generally understood to be included in trace content for promotional purposes.

In other words, even if a product has a long list of ingredients on its label, the first five or ten ingredients in the list gives a brief picture of what the product is all about.

The latter ingredients in the list on the label are generally synthetic surfactants, preservatives, and fragrances. If a large number of ingredients are listed after the fifth ingredients, they are likely to be there for the expectation of the promotional effect from using many ingredients.

Commonly, water is the first ingredient listed on labels of skincare creams. These products are, in fact, made up of 50 to 70% water. You can see that by evaporating the moisture of the product and looking at the amount of other ingredients remaining.

In contrast, the first ingredient listed on the label of a Space Cosme product is plant-based oil instead of water. Space Cosme adopts a rich concentration of oils, which make up 70% of the products.

This ingredient ratio is a major difference—that is to say, if you dilute a Space Cosme cream with water, its water content will be the same as that of a typical skincare cream.

As described above, with Space Cosme, users can experience the same effect as you would get from typical skincare creams by using a very small amount of a Space Cosme product. Alternatively, you can also use a Space Cosme product several times more when diluted, which makes for a more reasonably priced skincare product.

If you want to use Space Cosme frugally on earth, you can dilute it with water to use it like most other skincare creams.

Most of the costs of cosmetics are said to be the cost of distribution (wholesaler and retailer profit margins; wholesalers sell to retailers at prices that are 40 to 60% below retail price, and manufacturers sell to wholesalers at prices 30 to 50% below that), the cost of containers and boxes, and advertising cost of advertising (average 10%).

As a rough estimate, if a product is 11,000 yen including tax, the consumption tax is 1,000 yen, wholesaler and retailer profit margin is 4,000 to 6,000 yen, the cost of containers and boxes is 1,000 to 2,000 yen, the advertising cost is 1,000 yen, and the rest is the cost of the actual product and R&D cost, which in the case of an imported product, may also include the import cost, distribution cost, shop cost, advertising cost, employees’ salary, selling and administration cost, and profit.

Space Cosme was developed with the aim of creating skincare products for the new age with minimized costs and expenses, and top priority given to the users’ interests with a focus on the quality and R&D.

What is important in choosing a skincare product?

First, you should check all the ingredients. When purchasing products that you apply on your skin for your precious body and mind, we recommend that you check and look up all ingredients (including additives) used in each product.

All ingredients are listed on the product package. In most cases, consumers tend to have their eyes drawn to aspects other than the product’s substance. However, in the world of science, research, and manufacturing, the research, technological innovation, and new safety initiatives and efforts behind products all result in what is included in the full ingredient list. It is important to check the full ingredient list to determine the essence of the product.

Secondly, you need to check the research background and results. What project members, universities, graduate schools, and research institutes (national institutions, private organizations, or internationally competitive public institutions), what kind of career and profile the researchers (researchers who can be internationally competitive at their institutions and fields of expertise) who researched and developed the technologies and products have, what kind of research they are doing, and whether innovation and objective superiority (patents, academic papers, awards, newspaper publications, etc.) exist in their research and technologies.

The background research, data, academic papers, patents, awards, and media publications for each product are easily available on the Internet nowadays. It is important to determine what kind of research institutions, researchers, and participating members are working on the background research and what kind of results are obtained.

Thirdly, you should check what kind of public media or other publicity, such as newspapers or television broadcasts, and magazines, is covering the research results and products.
Do the research results and products have news value, being covered as an article, instead of as an advertisement, by a reliable news organization or public media? Does such public coverage have objectivity and reliability, rather than being self-produced? Reports provided through the filter of thorough reporters who receive and examine press releases from numerous research institutes and companies on a daily basis can be key elements for determining whether the new research findings and products are useful or have unconventional value for many consumers who do not have specialized knowledge.

Fourth point is which medical institutions and shops are selected as outlets and in which countries the products are sold and used.
In reliable medical institutions, department stores, and other shops, there are medical professionals and buyers (purchasing personnel) who select various products in the market at their own responsibility and provide patients and customers with products that their hospitals and stores can confidently promote.
Now that there are so many things and so much information all over the world, there are stores with prestige in which consumers can’t go wrong no matter what they buy there.

Selected products at such medical institutions and department stores are chosen and trusted through the filter of discerning buyers who have seen products from all over the world, and are thus recommended to valuable patients and customers.
When selling officially outside of Japan, the products must fulfill the strict approval requirements of the local health organizations.
Products that are officially sold locally are those that have been examined in their respective countries and judged to be suitable for use as products that contribute to the health of the people. What kind of medical institutions, administrative agencies, and public institutions, and what prestige level of department stores and shops select and carry the recommended products?

Are the products also sold outside of Japan, such as in the United States, Europe, China and other Asian countries, and/or Central and South America?
And are the products needed or wanted by many people around the world?

A clear understanding of the product’s availability and sales performance can also help many consumers without specialized knowledge to gain an insight into how the product differentiates itself from other products in the market, the nature of the product, the superiority of research and technologies, and the merits of the product.

Finally, look into the product’s social impact.
It is important to explore whether the product or business will lead to the good not only for you but also for society and other people, whether it gives priority to human health and eco-friendliness, and whether it is just for profit or is engaged in social efforts.

It is now easy to check the current situation and management polices of companies on Wikipedia and other Web sources.

It is important to not only look at the product specifications, but for medical professionals and consumers to watch closely and look into the social impact of the product and/or company. With so much information and so many companies and products around, we are now in an age where we need to be able to discern and judge the true nature of the products in order to protect our own health and lifestyle.
In the post-COVID-19 era, consumers need to understand how a company’s products will lead to better things for society and themselves, as well as how social and economic systems work to make wise choices.

What is Neonisin-e®︎?

A patented lactic acid bacterium peptide formulation invented in collaboration with Kyushu University Graduate School of Agriculture, Kagoshima University Graduate School, National Longevity Medical Research Center, etc. For details, please see the homepage of “Neonisin ®”.

What does FACEPEACE mean?

It is a coined word that combines face and piece.It is said that many bacteria are resident on the skin, and it keeps the balance and keeps it healthy.If this peaceful balance is disturbed, you will be unhealthy and ill.Therefore, we named it “face piece” in the sense of “keeping your skin in a peaceful state with safe ingredients”.It also expresses peace of mind, family health and peace, and a beautiful planet.

What are the chemical components prohibited from being carried on a spacecraft?

The use of chemically synthesized ingredients such as alcohol (ethanol) and propylene glycol (PG) contained in general products is prohibited.

In which country Space Cosme produced?

The concept was created in the wilderness of the world where you can feel the universe, and using the advanced research technology of the Japanese national research institute adopted by the International Space Station, it is made in Japan and it will be provided to everyone on the earth and in planetary orbit beyond the sea and sky.

Why did Space Cosme aim to develop chemical-free, plant-based, 100% biodegradable cosmetics?

Modern science has revealed that petroleum-derived components are persistent and have a negative impact on the natural environment, emit a large amount of carbon dioxide in production, and otherwise adversely affect humans and the global environment.

Today, there is a need around the world for a rapid transition from fossil fuel industries and technologies that have been around for a century to new industries and green technologies that enable humans to continue to live on the earth for another century to come in a decarbonized society.

In the automobile industry, there is an industrial transition toward electric vehicles ahead of the coming decarbonized society. Skincare products also follow the same trend: it is easy to think that the rapid conversion to new industries and green technologies toward a decarbonized society will be required worldwide and in outer space.

With an eye toward the future of humankind and the earth 100 years from now, SPACE Cosmetics took on R&D and technological innovation challenges with the aim of creating skincare products for the new age that do not contain petroleum-derived ingredients, based on the belief that conventional skincare products using petroleum components do not meet our collective SDGs.

Why does Space Cosme not contain petroleum-derived ingredients?

Space Cosme products do not contain petroleum-derived ingredients for the following reasons.
Petroleum-derived ingredients are not nutritious for humans and are not expected to have cosmetic effect. They are also not biodegradable (not decomposed by microorganisms) in the natural environment and emit a large amount of Co2 when used in production, imposing a negative impact on the sustainability of the global natural environment.

Petroleum-based silicones such as dimethicone, cyclomethicone, and cyclopentasiloxane, vinyl polymers such as carbomer, copolymer, and crosspolymer, as well as vaseline, paraffin, and mineral oil, are excellent ingredients in terms of providing smooth spreading and hydration at low cost. However, they have some problems: plasticky, inorganic non-nutritive petroleum film clogs the pores and prevents the delivery of plant oil and other fatty acids as well as nutrients like minerals to the skin, petroleum-derived components adhered to skin require petroleum-based washing agents for removal (synthetic surfactants) that may cause skin irritation, petroleum-based ingredients are non-food-safe and are not biodegradable in the natural environment (not broken down by microorganisms; silicon is said to take 400 to 500 years to decompose), and products using such petroleum-derived ingredients cause a large amount of carbon dioxide emissions during production, which is detrimental to a sustainable global natural environment. For all of the aforementioned reasons, our research team does not recommend their use in consideration of keeping healthy skin and a sustainable global environment.

The world has undergone a drastic course change in the prevailing trends over the past few years.
The change was first observed in developed countries, as exemplified by the state of California in the United States announcing that it would ban the sale of gasoline vehicles in the future to prevent global warming caused by CO2 emissions.

Now, the world’s largest and oldest automakers, all of whom have been researching and developing gasoline-powered cars, are racing to launch EVs to the market. They also announced a freeze on the development of gasoline engines.

Now that a crisis for human beings due to global warming has become apparent, a generational switchover of research technologies and the industrial mainstream is rapidly underway. In the case of automobiles, electric car startups overtook the market capitalization of the world’s largest company in a very short period of time. This is also referred to as the Green Revolution.

In developed countries, this trend is also accelerating in the cosmetics industry. Targeting the global market, Space Cosme is a 21st century revolutionary cosmetics originating from Japan.

With environmental protection being called for in different corners of the world, it is possible that in the future there will be some regulations on the use of petroleum ingredients that are harmful to the environment, not only in terms of the cosmetic products themselves, but also with respect to their plastic containers.

It is easy to imagine that environmentally-friendly biotechnology and environmentally-compatible products will replace conventional, 20th-century chemical technologies as mainstream technologies and products in the coming age through the R&D of innovative alternative materials.

In carefully selecting ingredients for the bare skin, our research team also believes that food-safe ingredients work better for external application on the human body.

Are Space Cosme made in Japan?

Space Cosme products are truly made in Japan at research institutes and production plants where cleanliness and sanitation are strictly controlled throughout the entire series of processes from basic research and formulation production carried out by research institutes and researchers in Japan, including the Kyushu University School of Agriculture, Kagoshima University Graduate School, and National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, to strict control of raw ingredients, bulk production, and filling and packaging.

In addition to its international competitiveness as detailed earlier, Space Cosme aims to enrich many people living and working in Japan, their families, communities, and society by creating jobs in Japan and increasing the incomes of local people through research with Japanese universities and production at domestic factories.

In the area of research and production, we are working together with people from many regions in Japan to create a business in which local people share the joy and profits of working while consuming products made by local consumers. Many people and their families are involved in the Space Cosme business all over Japan.

Currently, industries in Japan are being hollowed out, and jobs, employment, and income are being lost in different regions. In some areas, even the maintenance of social and public services has become strained.

On another note, a large amount of carbon dioxide is required to transport products from overseas, which raises a concern for the further spread of the destruction of the global natural environment.

Shopping can also change society. Use ethical products for daily use.
We hope that, as your regular skincare products, you can help out by purchasing and consuming sustainable and socially-ethical domestic products that are competitive in terms of product performance and price, contribute to the regional community and economy and have a positive impact on yourself, and lead to mutual support for the local community as well as the global environment as a whole.

Can SPACE Cosme be used on the whole body and shared with the whole family?

SPACE Cosme is a product line that has been researched and developed so that it can be used as an all-in-one cream for the skin, body, and face.

A single bottle of a SPACE Cosme product can be used not only for the face, but also for the whole body, including lips, around the eyes, hands and nails, body, and even for hair styling.

Skincare cream is sold with different specifications, such as for body or for face, for around the eyes or for the whole body, or for women or for men, for marketing purposes or to maximize profits from the maker’s standpoint. However, like a can of “morning coffee,” they are mostly the same in terms of substance and merely sold with different scents or packages for specific targets. That way, companies can earn more profits.

However, the excessive commercialism of the 20th century led to superfluous mass production, causing the current global environmental destruction. The 21st century is said to be an age when consumers around the world will understand the essence of things and shift to making smarter selections and purchases for the future of humankind.

If you don’t want to add a lot to your dresser, or if you want to use a single skincare product on your whole body, share a skincare product with your entire family from babies to the elderly, use it for pets, cut down on skin care products, or want to protect the natural environment of the earth, we believe you could use a single bottle of SPACE Cosme as an option.

Can SPACE Cosme be used on newborn baby?

Made with chemical-free ingredients, it can be used on the whole body of babies.I hope you can try it with your precious baby.

I am sensitive to chemicals. Can I use SPACE Cosme?

SPACE Cosme aims to create products that can be used by people who prefer to do without chemically-synthesized components.

If you are concerned, a recommended simple method is to do a patch test on yourself with a SPACE Cosme product or other products. Soak some of the product into a bandage, attach it to your skin and wait. If you develop redness or any other kind of allergic reaction, that product is probably not for you and you should stay away from it. This is just one easy way that you can test yourself.

However, allergies and physical constitution vary from person to person, as do personalities, and there are as many cases as there are people in the world.
In addition, the reaction of the body changes from time to time depending on your physical condition and time of year.

We recommend that you make your own health care decisions and consult with your doctor to determine whether the skincare products you apply to your skin will suit your constitution, skin, and preference at the time.

Can it be used on areas with acne, pimples, scars and itchiness, skin problems and atopic dermatitis?

Yes, it can be used for facial spots cream and SOS cream, also back and chest areas that are worrisome in the summer, and décolletage.It contains our patented lactic acid bacterium peptide formulation “Neonaisin-e®︎”, which was invented through industry-academia collaboration with Kyushu University. We hope you will feel safe to give it a try.

Can it be used for male person or any gender?

SPACE Cosme is gender-free and age-free.It was developed with the aim of being a product that can be used by all humankind.SPACE Cosme is fragrance-free and it’s for everyone. (Aroma components such as geraniol contained in Damask rose essential oil are faintly scented only at the beginning) It is a suitable skin care product for couples to share. a gift for your friend of any gender and age.

Can it be used for pet skin care?

It’s quite luxurious, but you can use it with confidence.As a development member of space cosmetics, including veterinarians, we have formulated ingredients that can be used by pets such as dogs and cats who may go to space with us together! However, as with humans, pets have allergies and constitutions as many as the number of pets, and if you are concerned about the details of the ingredients, or if you have your own thoughts, decide to use it at your own discretion.

Do SPACE Cosme contain alcohol (ethanol)?

Generally, alcohol (ethanol) is prohibited to be brought to spacecraft for safety reason, therefor SPACE Cosme does not include alcohol(ethanol). Alcohol has a preservation purpose but it can sometimes cause skin irritation and dryness. SPACE Cosme is suitable for those with sensitive skin, rough skin, infants and those who do not want to consume alcohol.

Do SPACE Cosme contain Paraben?

Methylparaben, butylparaben, propylparaben, also known as paraoxybenzoic acid ester, are not included in SPACE Cosme.

Do SPACE Cosme contain phenoxyethanol ?

Phenoxyethanol is a hydroxyethylated (synthetic) phenol (colorless needle-like crystal made from coal tar, used for antiseptic and disinfectant), which is often used as a substitute for consumers who do not like parabens. ) Is a synthetic preservative / preservative that is chemically synthesized in the presence of alkali metal hydroxide or alkali metal borohydride.

In Japan and the European Union, the amount of phenoxyethanol is strictly limited for skin cosmetics, and up to 1% can be added to products, but its use in foods is prohibited. (Paraben is permitted to be used in food as a food additive.)

Even for skin cosmetics, the inclusion of phenoxyethanol is prohibited by international organic product certification standards. Therefore, we have decided to prescribe phenoxyethanol-free for SPACE Cosme.

Do SPACE Cosme contain BG (butylene glycol)?

BG (butylene glycol) is a chemical component used as a moisturizer, antiseptic, and solvent, but it is prohibited component in spacecraft and is not included in SPACE Cosme.

Do SPACE Cosme contain PEG (polyethylene glycol)?

No, SPACE Cosme does not include PEG (polyethylene glycol).

Do SPACE Cosme contain honey? I am concerned babies might lick after applying them.

Since we are aiming for a product that can be used with confidence even if infants lick the skin, honey propolis is not included.

Do SPACE Cosme contain carry-over ingredients (unlabeled chemical ingredients, etc.) that are common in overseas products?

Chemical substances as impurities contained in products imported from overseas are constantly reported. Such substances and substances unlisted or undeclared on ingredients labels, including carry-over ingredients, are prevented from entering products at Japanese manufacturing sites under the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act in Japan. The strict production and quality control systems in Japan, as well as good practice by Japanese producers, prevent carry-overs.

In order to perpetuate our business and brand through good-faith manufacturing, we always strive to produce products with a strict inspection system and an unfeigned corporate attitude in cooperation with raw material manufacturers and production plants.

While it is possible to use formaldehyde on the PPM-order in some foreign countries, the use of formaldehyde is strictly prohibited in Japan, and we continue to make every effort not to allow the entry of formaldehyde at our production sites in Japan. Pharmaceutical affairs laws in some foreign countries only require ingredients that are used in formulation by the manufacturer to be listed. Preservatives already contained in raw materials such as plant extracts (perishable) that are used in products are not required to be listed on the ingredients label (self-declaration system).

For this reason, preservatives such as formaldehyde contained in raw materials can be present in final product as well. Even in such cases, it is not mentioned in the list of ingredients.

Ingredients that are not labeled or declared in these foreign products are called carry-over ingredients when they become products. Gas chromatography, which scientifically examines the substances in products, can reveal that a certain amount is contained in the products.

In the case of official imported products, inspection by gas chromatography is mandatory when beginning import into Japan. However, gas chromatography is not easy to use for every production or import lot due to cost issues (costs around JPY 100,000 per item every time), so in reality, such inspections are not performed for every product import or sales after the initial sample import.

As such, for some products imported and sold from overseas that tout their safety highly, chemical ingredients that are used at overseas production sites are intentionally not declared in order to achieve both a pleasing use and safety appeal. Later, a disparity between the performance of the product and the ingredient labeling, as well as distrust arising from it, can lead to a third-party analysis revealing deceitful labeling or ingredient falsification. This causes great disadvantages and disappointments to those who suffer from allergies or who seek safety.

Having experience in general manufacturing, as well as developing and producing organic cosmetics all over the world, we firmly believe that manufacturing and production management in Japan have global competitiveness.

We are striving to create internationally competitive businesses that will create a future for Japan by promoting the quality, credibility, cost-competitiveness, and safety of made-in-Japan products in the global economic competition. Likewise other Japanese manufacturing industries, notably the automobile industry, in which Japanese companies excel, we work towards improving Japan’s presence in the world market for skincare products and cosmetics with international competitiveness. This will lead to creating products that are recognized worldwide and creating jobs, earning foreign currency, and protecting the lives of children and other future generations for earning jobs, jobs, and income.

Do SPACE Cosme products contain (live) lactobacillus?