Korean cosmetics surprises us again. And so is science. Korean researchers have developed molecules for cosmetics that have been made from fish gut bacteria (fish guts).
The researchers explained that the cells they have cultured have anti-wrinkle and skin-lightening properties and become potential ingredients for your skincare routine.
The research team identified up to 22 molecules produced by the gut bacteria of red sea bream and black-headed sea bream. They then tested each compound's ability to inhibit tyrosinase and collagenase enzymes in laboratory-cultured mouse cells.
Three molecules from the red sea bream bacteria inhibited both enzymes better without damaging the cells, making them promising anti-wrinkle and skin-lightening agents for future cosmetic products.