# Artificial Cosmetic Testing Skin L'Oreal is Testing Cosmetics on 3D-Printed Skin Tissue By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-05-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-skin References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/loreal-to-start-3d-printing-skin-to-test-its-cosmetics/37564/) & [ir.organovo](http://ir.organovo.com/news/press-releases/press-releases-details/2015/LOreal-USA-Announces-Research-Partnership-with-Organovo-to-Develop-3-D-Bioprinted-Skin-Tissue/default.aspx?_ga=1.79043156.1310964412.1431998520) L'Oreal is all set to begin testing its cosmetics on artificial 3D-printed skin. The skin's development is a result of a collaboration between the cosmetics giant and bioprinting company Organovo. The artificial skin tissue is reconstructed layer by layer using real human cells. 130,000 3D-printed skin tissue samples are produced each year at a research center in France, and are used to study the toxic effects -- allergies, corrosion, irritations and so on -- of untried cosmetic ingredients The cosmetics industry has been responsible for the pain and suffering of countless animals forced to be used as testing pawns; L'Oreal must be commended for taking the lead in eschewing animal testing by investing in this 3D-printed skin tissue. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Artificial Skin Testing:** The use of 3D-printed skin tissue for cosmetic testing presents an opportunity for the development of cruelty-free alternatives. - **Bioprinting:** The collaboration between L'Oreal and Organovo in developing artificial skin tissue showcases the potential for advancements in bioprinting technology. - **Cruelty-free Cosmetics:** The adoption of 3D-printed skin tissue testing by L'Oreal signals a growing trend towards cruelty-free cosmetics in the industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Cosmetics:** The cosmetics industry has an opportunity to leverage the use of artificial skin tissue for testing, allowing for ethical and cruelty-free product development. - **Biotechnology:** The advancements in bioprinting technology for creating artificial skin tissue open up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the biotechnology industry. - **Animal Testing Alternatives:** The development of 3D-printed skin tissue as an alternative to animal testing creates new opportunities in the field of animal testing alternatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Cosmetic Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-genius.md) - [Makeup Foundation Coverage Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foundation-coverage.md) - [Beauty AI Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loral-x-nvidia.md) - [Skin-Loving Cruelty-Free Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skincare-makeup.md) - [AI-Crafted Hyper Personal Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loral-and-metas-ai-hyperpersonalization.md) - [Skincare-Centric AI Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skingpt.md) - [3D Skin Mapping Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-skin-mapping-tool.md) - [Dermatology-Promoting Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loral-and-ilds.md) - [Tech-Driven Hair Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loreal-group.md)