OSLO, Norway—Aqua Bio Technology AS (ABT), a Norwegian marine biotechnology company developing active ingredients for the global personal care industry, launched ZONASE X™, a natural anti-aging ingredient composed of marine peptides and non-toxic marine enzymes. ZONASE X is gentle, yet effective exfoliation, making it a safe and natural alternative to alpha-hydroxy acid, harsh fruit enzyme peels, and other potentially caustic exfoliating agents. It’s shown excellent moisturizing properties, allowing for accelerated skin cell growth.
ZONASE X was first discovered at the salmon fish hatcheries in Norway, where hatchery staff members had surprisingly smooth hands—despite being immersed in intensely cold water for long periods. Their smooth skin was due to an enzyme in the water secreted by fish larvae inside the egg just prior to hatching. This enzyme helps to break the eggshell during hatching without harming the fragile larvae inside. Further research on w enzyme indicated the eggshell had a protein structure akin to corneum proteins of human skin.
ABT patented and trademarked the commercial product, and utilizing proprietary technologies, is currently separating and purifying the natural raw material originating from the hatchery waters. ZONASE X is considered a non-toxic, non-promiscuous protease available for use in the cosmetic market. It has been extensively tested for safety and efficacy by the company, and is now being offered to personal care manufacturers in the global market as a new, natural and gentle anti-aging ingredient for exfoliating and moisturizing applications.