Xias Bio

According to Xias Bio, the three most important proteins in skincare and haircare products-collagen, keratin, and elastin-typically come from bovine hides, chicken feathers, and meat processing byproducts (blech). Given rising concerns over greenhouse gas emissions, water pollution, and deforestation, a new generation of cosmetics consumers wants t... o see the industry replace those animal proteins with sustainable alternatives and Xias Bio is catering to them. Specifically, it has developed a molecular platform for creating multi-functional, animal-free proteins to license. L'Oreal is already buying what it's selling; later, say the startup's founders, the idea is to move beyond cosmetics and replace animal proteins in a host of other areas, including in pharmaceuticals and the food industry.Read More