BASF has announced an investment in US-based technology startup 3Helix Inc. This includes an innovation partnership for 3Helix’s proprietary collagen hybridization peptide (CHP) technology. As part of the investment agreement, the partnership includes “Equity investment and license agreement grants BASF exclusive rights to commercialize CHP solutions for the personal care market” shared a recent press release from BASF.
To learn more about BASF’s investment in 3Helix, Inc., including the strategy behind the partnership, the technology’s potential for industry innovation in the collagen peptide space, and how the investment opportunity will impact the industry as a whole, Cosmetics Design is a marketing manager. We spoke to Alison Garrett of We would like to thank Bioactives Personal Care North America, BASF Corporation for their insights.
Investment partnership strategy
Agreement regarding BASF’s investment in 3Helix, Inc. and participation on BASF’s Board of Directors.”It follows the successful research and development of patented Collagen Hybridization Peptide (CHP) technology.Garrett said: 3Helix’s CHP technology is the focus of the partnership, which names BASF as “.”Exclusive commercialization partner to mature this innovation and make it available to customers around the world” she explained.
The business relationship is mutually beneficial, she continued. ”This means that 3Helix not only has additional capital to further develop the technology, but also access to BASF’s vast repository of scientific and business expertise and resources to accelerate the commercialization of CHP technology. means.” she said. Furthermore, she added:For BASF, we have acquired an exciting business partner with cutting-edge technology that will help us develop the next generation of CHP-based cosmetics.”
With this licensing agreement in place, Garrett explained:We expect BASF’s financial, scientific and product innovation resources will enable 3Helix to further refine and perfect its CHP technology.“as”3Helix is looking to develop CHP technology for multiple application areas, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics.”
About technological innovation
CHP technology is poised to “revolutionize” the collagen peptide space in cosmetics and personal care products.Collagen peptides have attracted much attention in recent years due to their numerous health benefits and applications.Widely used in the food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries, BASF and 3Helix are working to innovate the collagen peptide field in a number of ways.
Garrett said one specific area of innovation is “researchers and manufacturers [who] Explore new ways to extract and produce collagen peptides and improve their quality, purity and bioavailability”
Another area of innovation is “scientist [who] A better understanding of the mechanisms and effects of collagen peptides on the human body will lead to the development of more targeted and effective products.” she further said.
”whole” she said.Innovations lead to the development of new collagen-based products and formulations, expanding their potential applications.”
For final products, new CHP component compatibility”Depends on specific characteristics and application” she added. the current,”Collagen peptides are commonly used in a variety of end products due to their unique properties.she said. for example, “In cosmetics and personal care products, collagen peptides are often used in skin care creams, lotions, serums, and masks to support healthy collagen levels, promote soft, supple skin, and reduce visible signs of aging. I am.” she explained.
However, she said: ”3Helix’s patented CHP technology is unique in that it is based on short, single-chain collagen-like peptides that have the ability to bind directly to damaged and denatured collagen.“therefore,”BASF plans to bring to market the first bioactive cosmetic ingredient based on CHP technology in 2025” she said.
“New technology”It is the first platform to exploit differences in the 3D structure of damaged and healthy collagen, allowing CHP to target, localize and bind to areas of damage.,”and as a result,”Using this technology in cosmetics should create more dynamic claims about how collagen supports healthy skin.‘ she decided.
next step
It is clear that there is great potential and mutual benefit for investing in CHP technology in the future. ”We at BASF are excited to work with 3Helix’s experts and technology to advance and bring to market innovative cosmetic products based on our unique CHP platform.” Garrett said. She concludes succinctly about this partnership:The possibilities are endless. ”
