Clean Beauty from the Amazon Region: Darvore Cosméticos

Clean beauty discovery often follows familiar paths. Certain regions appear frequently in global conversations, while others remain less visible—despite the work happening on the ground. Brazil is one of those places. With a vast ecosystem of scientific research, biodiversity, and local innovation, the country’s clean beauty landscape is active, but not always easy to explore from the outside.

This post offers a focused look at one clean beauty brand based in Brazil that chose to participate in the Clean Beauty Awards. Rather than a regional round-up, this spotlight creates space to explore how a single brand from the region is engaging with an international program—without comparison or ranking.

The brand featured here is based in Manaus, Amazonas, a city closely connected to both academic research and the Amazon region. Its participation provides a clear point of reference for readers curious about how Brazilian clean beauty brands are showing up within broader industry conversations.

For those interested in global clean beauty beyond the usual markets, this spotlight offers a grounded place to start.

Brand Spotlight: Darvore

Darvore is a Brazilian cosmetics brand founded in Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil, in 2022. The brand emerged from scientific research led by João Tezza, developed in collaboration with the Institute for Technological Research of São Paulo (IPT). This research resulted in patented nano-structured skincare formulations combined with Amazonian bioactives.

Darvore’s work centers on applying research-driven approaches to cosmetics formulation, with an emphasis on simplicity and environmental responsibility. The brand operates at the intersection of academic research and product development, drawing from both technological processes and regional resources. Its participation in the Clean Beauty Awards reflects an interest in engaging with structured evaluation frameworks beyond its local market.

Darvore participated in the Clean Beauty Awards, meaning the brand chose to submit its products for use and evaluation by independent judges over a multi-month period. Participation in the program signals a willingness to engage with an international clean beauty platform and take part in broader industry dialogue.

This spotlight does not imply ranking or comparison. Instead, it highlights participation and visibility—offering readers context on how Brazilian brands are connecting with the global clean beauty space.

As clean beauty continues to evolve globally, individual brand spotlights help create a clearer picture of how different regions contribute to the conversation. Exploring a single brand allows space for context, background, and intention—without the noise of comparison.

If you’re interested in discovering more participating brands from around the world like Oceania, you can check out this post here. To learn more about how the program works, download the Ultimate Guide to the Clean Beauty Awards, and follow @CertCleanInc on Instagram for ongoing brand features and global discovery.