Using a deep understanding of molecular biology and fermentation processes, we engineer yeast strains to produce Bio-Coll@gen™. Inspired by human Collagen type III, this proprietary recombinant protein has demonstrated biostimulation of an array of genes including Collagen type III in human skin cells. Collagen types I and III are the main structural proteins found in human skin and other connective tissues. Collagen type I creates the matrix of the skin while Collagen type III modulates skin elasticity and, therefore, they have a key role in the skin aging process and skin appearance.
Collagen type III proteins are notoriously difficult to extract and very costly. By growing these proteins from yeast, we bypass the conventional animal-based extraction methods and provide the cosmetics industry with a more sustainable and efficacious building block for beauty products.
Bio-Coll@gen™ is a protein that is identical in sequence to human type III collagen, which is most prevalent in youthful skin, and when skin ages, collagen decreases. It promotes the skin’s natural ability to produce more Collagen type III, offering anti-aging benefits and eliminating the need for potentially harmful products such as animal-derived or synthetic collagen and other additives. This is both an ecological and molecular leap forward for the entire beauty industry.
More than half of beauty consumers seek products that are sustainable and animal-free. Of the 15 most sought-after beauty ingredients, collagen is the only one still sourced from animals such as cows, pigs, poultry, and fish. Modern Meadow’s Bio-Coll@gen™ eliminates the need for animal-sourcing of collagen while promising better results. Bio-Coll@gen™ is certified as GMO-Free, Vegan, and Halal.
As global demand for collagen grows, so does its environmental impact. Bovine collagen, the most common source available in the industry, contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and risks xenogenic disease transfer, as well as allergic immune reactions. Bio-Coll@gen™ offers the beauty industry a long-overdue alternative to petrochemical or animal-derived inputs.
Our Bio-Coll@gen™ is produced with the same fermentation processes used to produce beer and wine. It’s a simple, traceable production process using sustainable feedstock with no odor or color. Our close relationship with development partners and production facilities allows brands partnering with Modern Meadow to feel confident knowing our products are 100% traceable from Lab-to-Brand™. It’s also easy to formulate and ideal for all skin types.
