Natural compounds present in raw birch sap readily perform functions desired in topical skin care products. The presence of these natural compounds, specifically amino acids, natural sugars and hydroxy acids, allow birch sap to perform surprisingly well as a humectant (drawing and holding water against the skin).
This innovation will explore a novel use of an under-utilized natural resource, birch sap, and combine it with modern bio-technology using enzymes to produce high-value cosmetic ingredients.