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A full-thickness skin model developed by Symrise and Cutech Srl.
received the "Best New Technology Award" at the 2008 HBA Industry
Awards. The PSOCM (pig skin organ culture model) provides an ideal
representation of the natural structure of the skin, making it an
outstanding alternative both to animal testing and to artificial skin
models.

The HBA Industry Awards presentation was held September 9, 2008, at
the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York. Symrise and Cutech worked
together to develop a long-term culture of ex-vivo pig skin, a
project that industry experts declared the winner in the category of
"Best New Technology." This marked the third time that Health &
Beauty America (HBA) and Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine had
presented the award, which honors new technologies of significant,
long-term importance to the cosmetics, personal care and perfumes
industries.

The PSOCM (pig skin organ culture model) developed by Symrise and
Cutech  represents an ethical alternative to animal testing and
artificial skin models, saving time and money in a variety of
applications. Unlike skin that has been cultured in the laboratory,
in ex vivo pig skin the skin's own natural structure is completely
and optimally represented. This, along with its marked similarity to
human skin, makes pig skin a highly predictive model for the
application of active cosmetic agents. The PSOCM allows researchers
to conduct efficacy tests on skin pigmentation modulators,
anti-cellulite compounds and anti-aging compounds, as well as the
corresponding finished formulations. Safety tests for skin irritation
and sensitivity are also under development. The skin used for test
models is harvested exclusively from pigs raised for meat production
and, as such, its use is in full compliance with the new EU cosmetics
directive.

Symrise and Cutech have been cooperating on tissue culture projects
since 2003, ultimately founding SCoutech in April of 2008. SCoutech
is a joint venture offering a comprehensive array of screening and
consultation services to clients in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals
and food supplements industries.

In the words of Dr. Gabriele Vielhaber, VP Innovation/R&D Life
Essentials, Scent & Care at Symrise, "This award is yet another
testimony to the innovative power of our Life Essentials business
unit. Most of all, though, it shows the importance of research
collaborations for Symrise. The PSOCM honor confirms the high quality
and innovative strength of our collaboration partner Cutech and
underlines the high potential of our joint venture."

As Dr. Paolo Pertile, President and CEO of Cutech, says, "By uniting
the expertise of Cutech and Symrise, we can offer SCoutech clients
highly specialized methods for testing the active agents and final
products on the skin and hair-care markets. We're extraordinarily
pleased that the success of this joint venture has now been
confirmed, not just by our customers, but also by this prestigious
award."


About Symrise

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavorings and raw
materials and active ingredients for the perfume, cosmetics and food
industry.

Its sales of ¤1.27 billion in 2007 place the company among the top
four in the international flavors and fragrances market.
Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, Symrise is represented in more
than 30 countries in Europe, Asia, the United States and South
America.

With more than 40 first patent applications per year, Symrise is one
of the most innovative manufacturers on the market. Used by
manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics and foods, our products are an
inseparable part of daily life. At Symrise we combine an awareness of
consumer trends with cutting-edge technologies, focusing on
innovative fashion and lifestyle products that have additional
practical value for the consumer. Symrise - always inspiring more.
www.symrise.com

Contact: red roses communications, Jenny Bruhn, phone: +49 40
4696770-10, e-mail: [e-mail]


About Cutech

Cutech is an Italian biotech company that operates in the fields of
dermatology and cosmetology.

With its profound knowledge of the "skin system" and special
attention to the role played by the hair follicle in regulating its
metabolism, Cutech is involved in the development of innovative
preclinical models for human skin and hair follicles to be used as
screening tools, as well as in the discovering of new active
ingredients suitable for cosmeceutic applications.
Cutech's unique know-how makes the company a well-respected and
reliable reference point for all companies engaged in the development
of products for skin and hair.

Cutech facilities are based in Padua, Italy. The company can rely on
a small team of competent and highly motivated scientists, extremely
flexible organization and state-of-the-art technological platform
covering all fields of cell, tissue and molecular biology.

www.cutech.it

Contact: Paolo Pertile, phone: [phone], e-mail:
[e-mail]


 
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