Boston, United States
Arcaea, founded in 2021, is revolutionizing the beauty industry by positioning biology as the creative tool for self-expression. Targeting the Biotechnology and Wellness Beauty sectors, the company is based in the United States and emphasizes sustainable innovation by growing new ingredients through advanced technologies such as DNA sequencing and biological engineering.
The company's mission is to develop a non-petrochemical supply chain that avoids depletion of natural resources. This purpose-driven approach aims to enhance functionality and performance in skincare, bodycare, haircare, and aesthetics. The culture of innovation at Arcaea was incubated on the Ginkgo Bioworks platform, initially known under the working title Kalo.
In its latest financial milestone, Arcaea secured a $78.00M Series A investment on 01 November 2021 from noted investors such as Wittington Ventures, Givaudan, Viking Global Investors, Channel, and Cascade Investment. These prominent backers underscore strong confidence in Arcaea's vision for eco-friendly innovation in beauty and biotechnology.
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