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Precision fermentation as a tool for sustainable cosmetic ingredient production

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dc.contributor.authorSilva, Sara
dc.contributor.authorBautista-Hérnandez, Israel
dc.contributor.authorGomez-García, Ricardo
dc.contributor.authorCosta, Eduardo M.
dc.contributor.authorMachado, Manuela
dc.date.accessioned2025-09-08T09:30:14Z
dc.date.available2025-09-08T09:30:14Z
dc.date.issued2025-08-22
dc.description.abstractPrecision fermentation, a highly controlled process of microbial fermentation, is emerging as a transformative tool to produce cosmetic ingredients. This technology leverages engineered micro-organisms to produce high-value compounds with applications in skincare, hair care, and other cosmetic formulations. Unlike traditional methods of ingredient sourcing, which often rely on extraction from plants or animals, precision fermentation offers a sustainable and scalable alternative, minimizing environmental impact and enhancing the consistency of ingredient supply. This paper explores the potential of precision fermentation to revolutionize the cosmetic industry by enabling the production of complex molecules, such as peptides, proteins, and other bioactive compounds, which are essential for cosmetic efficacy. Using synthetic biology, micro-organisms such as yeast, bacteria, and fungi are programmed to biosynthesize specific cosmetic ingredients, which can include antioxidants, emulsifiers, and moisturizers. This technique not only ensures high purity and ingredients safety but also allows for the production of novel compounds that may be difficult or impossible to obtain through traditional methods. Furthermore, precision fermentation can be employed to address growing consumer demand for cruelty-free, vegan, and eco-friendly products, as it eliminates the need for animal-derived ingredients and reduces resource consumption associated with conventional farming and extraction processes. This review highlights key advancements in the field, discussing the challenges faced by industry, such as regulatory framework, and presents potential solutions for overcoming these obstacles. The paper concludes by examining the prospects of precision fermentation in cosmetics, forecasting how continued innovation in this area could further drive sustainability, ethical production practices, and the development of highly functional, scientifically advanced cosmetic products.eng
dc.identifier.citationSilva, S., Bautista-Hérnandez, I., Gomez-García, R., & Costa, E. M. et al. (2025). Precision fermentation as a tool for sustainable cosmetic ingredient production. Applied Sciences, 15(17), Article 9246. https://doi.org/10.3390/app15179246
dc.identifier.doi10.3390/app15179246
dc.identifier.eid105015523165
dc.identifier.issn2076-3417
dc.identifier.other4a926c7b-2da3-44b9-9cf2-0d5cea27ce00
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10400.14/54721
dc.identifier.wos001569563000001
dc.language.isoeng
dc.peerreviewedyes
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
dc.subjectBiotechnology in cosmetics
dc.subjectCosmetic ingredient production
dc.subjectCosmetic ingredients regulatory framework
dc.subjectEco-friendly skincare
dc.subjectMicrobial fermentation
dc.subjectPatented cosmetics
dc.subjectPrecision fermentantion
dc.subjectSustainable cosmetics
dc.subjectSynthetic biology
dc.titlePrecision fermentation as a tool for sustainable cosmetic ingredient productioneng
dc.typereview article
dspace.entity.typePublication
oaire.citation.issue17
oaire.citation.titleApplied Sciences
oaire.citation.volume15
oaire.versionhttp://purl.org/coar/version/c_970fb48d4fbd8a85

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