# Lobster-Based Skin Creams Marin Skincare Uses Lobster Glycoprotein to Treat Skin Conditions By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-03-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marin-skincare References: [wabi](https://www.wabi.tv/2020/11/23/umaine-grads-marketing-lobster-based-skin-creme/) & [marinskincare](https://www.marinskincare.com/products/soothing-hydration-cream) A pair of [University of Maine Biomedical Engineering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-lightspray-cloudboom-strike-2) graduates founded [Marin Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-flavored-lip-treatment), which makes the most of a unique ingredient for its skin cream. After researching a [type of protein found in lobsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hydra-pads), glycoprotein, the pair wondered if the protecting and renewing properties that support the crustacean's tissue could be used in a similar way for people. Marin Skincare co-founder Amber Boutiette suffers from eczema and found that within days, her spots were clearing up, and in weeks, it was the first solution to stick. A far cry from topical treatments that burn or are full of irritating, harsh ingredients, the brand's Soothing Hydration Cream offers a feel-good way to nourish the hands, face and body. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lobster-based Skincare Products:** Opportunity for cosmetics companies to explore innovative ingredients to differentiate their products. - **Natural Protein-based Skincare:** Opportunity for biotech companies to research and develop innovative protein-based skincare products for consumers. - **Personalized Skincare Solutions:** Opportunity for startups to incorporate personalized elements such as skin type and condition into skincare products utilizing unique protein-based ingredients. ### Where This Applies - **Cosmetics:** Incorporating unique, all-natural ingredients sourced from natural marine sources like lobsters can help distinguish cosmetic brands from competitors. - **Biotech:** Leveraging the innovative applications of unique protein-based ingredients can lead to disruptive innovations in the biotech industry. - **Personalized Skincare:** Incorporating unique protein-based ingredients such as lobster glycoprotein in personalized skincare products can lead to disruption in the skincare market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Marine Protein Lip Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-flavored-lip-treatment.md) - [Upcycled Protein Lip Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marin-lip-treatment.md) - [Protein-Powered Lip Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marins-lip-treatment.md) - [Buttery Biotech Moisturizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biogenic-melting-cream.md) - [Science-Driven Dermatitis Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivoskin-launched.md) - [Cultivated Marine Cell Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avant.md) - [Regenerative Face Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exosomepowered.md) - [Triple-Lifting Skincare Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-antarctic-drop.md) - [DNA-Level Body Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revitalizing-body-cream.md)