FARMINGDALE, N.Y., July 19, 2018 — EpigenCare Inc., a skincare matching platform based on an at-home test for epigenetic markers of the skin, announced today the filing of its patent application, “A method of creating an epigenetic skin profile associated with skin quality.” Specifically, the patent outlines a technique to develop a skin profile from biological samples through epigenetic markers that are associated with skin quality.
EpigenCare’s prototype test kit.
The patent application involves a non-invasive sample collection method from the surface of the skin to be subsequently assessed for the epigenetic states through methylation-specific sequencing. A panel of epigenetic markers associated with skin quality and appearance is specifically measured for their DNA methylation levels to generate an individualized profile of the current quality of one’s skin.
The first inventor of the method, Dr. Adam Li, Chief Scientific Officer at EpigenCare, said: “The filing indicates EpigenCare’s intention to develop a strong intellectual property portfolio, which will effectively protect the unique innovation of our epigenetic skin test when it enters the retail market.”
Epigenetics is the study of biological mechanisms that can turn genes on or off. These mechanisms can be influenced by the environment, including the ingredients contained in skincare products. Because skin quality is highly individualized and dynamic, a robust panel of epigenetic markers provides a powerful measuring tool for skincare regimen progress as well as for optimizing one’s skincare routine.
EpigenCare’s CEO William Lee states, “Other companies have exploited consumer epigenetics in an irresponsible manner, and we intend to put an end to this. This patent application demonstrates our commitment to grounded science when it comes to consumer’s concerns.”
The New York-based organization is the first company to use epigenetics to develop consumer skin quality profiles and use an ingredient-based A.I. system to match existing products on the market to the profiles. It recently won a digital beauty competition hosted by Johnson & Johnson Innovation and is currently in its fundraising stage. It is currently wrapping up a pre-seed Regulation CF offering to the public at https://www.startengine.com/epigencare before entering private investment rounds.
About EpigenCare
EpigenCare Inc. is a privately held personal epigenomics and digital biotechnology company based in New York. The company offers a direct-to-consumer epigenetics test to assess the dynamic state of one’s skin type and quality. Subsequently, capture of the dynamic quality allows for actionable results from the analysis report such that optimized product options are recommended to the consumer. EpigenCare’s epigenetic technology is supported by EpiGentek Group Inc. Both investors and consumers can learn more about EpigenCare and its personalized skincare solutions at https://www.epigencare.com.
Note: This release includes forward-looking statements by the Company.
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