After the age of 30, as estrogen secretion decreases in the body, women are prone to experiencing skin dryness, dullness, and other issues.
Estrogen medication and injection therapies may cause side effects, and many women are unwilling to use these methods to improve skin problems.
Genistein found in legumes is a natural phytoestrogen that is more compatible with the human body and has fewer side effects.
However, the isoflavone content in soybeans is low and
is influenced by seasons and geography. Additionally, soybeans contain other phytochemicals, making the industrial application require complex separation and purification processes.
We use synthetic biology techniques to produce genistein through E. coli.
We add genistein to bacterial cellulose facial masks to help improve the skin condition of older women.
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