Funds will be used to expand operations across Europe and the United States and to scale both its flagship Auraskin product line and other circular innovation.
The round is backed by London’s VDK Capital and will remain open for three months, with €285,000 still available for “mission-aligned” investors.
“Our upcycled extract has shown exceptional microbiome-enhancing capacity,” says Marios Vlachogiannis, cofounder and COO of Coffeeco Upgrade. “That’s where the real differentiation lies. It’s not just about being natural or sustainable—it’s about offering high-performance skincare that respects the skin’s ecosystem while closing the loop on waste.”
Over 23 million tons of coffee waste is produced annually, according to Greek Reporter. Most ends up in landfills.