Fish Cell technology for beauty

Avant, a cell culture biotech start up company based in Hong Kong, has launched a multifunctional protein for the active beauty market made from cultivated fish cells. The company says the use of this ingredient will shape a new beauty segment in the anti-ageing and protective skin care category.

Avant’s Zellulin ingredient could be used in freeze dried powder or liquid form at various doses in topical skin formulations, beauty supplements and functional drinks.