German-style petroleum jelly skincare specialist Sakose has officially entered into a strategic R&D partnership with Nobel laureate Professor Randy Schekman, a leading expert in skin science and biomaterials. Building on more than a decade of German skincare technology expertise and combining it with Nobel Prize–level cutting-edge research capabilities, the collaboration has achieved phased breakthroughs in key areas including core ingredient optimization, sensory texture and feel innovation, and product efficacy enhancement. Sakose will continue to strengthen its leading position in the global sensory repair skincare segment and steadily advance toward its vision of becoming the preferred fast-fashion beauty and lifestyle brand for Gen Z and Millennials.
Since its founding in 2013, Sakose has remained anchored in rigorous German scientific standards, building a global R&D ecosystem centered on the Sakose Lab Sensory Repair Research Laboratory. The lab brings together senior experts across multiple fields, including skin science and fragrance and flavor technology, and conducts in-depth research drawing on Germany’s advanced formulation expertise and Japan’s sensory research principles. After more than a decade of dedicated work, Sakose has secured more than 20 patents related to ingredients and formulations, achieving breakthroughs in both micro-molecular processing technology and its proprietary fragrance system. These scientific achievements have been successfully translated into eight core product lines spanning hand care, body care, hair care, and fragrance, covering a wide range of use cases—from everyday essential care to premium fragranced body care—so that advanced skincare technology becomes part of daily routines and delivers an elevated care experience that combines skin nourishment with emotional well-being.
This high-profile collaboration with the Nobel laureate’s team marks a new milestone in Sakose’s R&D journey. The Nobel laureate team will integrate closely with Sakose’s existing R&D capabilities to jointly advance three key areas: skin barrier repair, biomimetic skincare ingredients, and the molecular mechanisms of fragrance–skin–mind interaction. Leveraging their pioneering research in biomaterials and cell biology, the partnership will bring world-class academic expertise into Sakose’s innovation pipeline and accelerate the evolution of skincare technologies toward greater precision, gentleness, and suitability for diverse skin types worldwide.
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In fact, Sakose’s global R&D ecosystem has long been supported by a robust, multi-dimensional framework: leveraging the Beishite R&D Center to drive independent innovation and practical application; partnering with Japan’s Runyan Laboratory to continuously deepen and refine sensory feel research; working with the French Givaudan advisory team to build a professional and distinctive fragrance system; and establishing industry–academia–research collaborations with leading Chinese universities such as Sun Yat-sen University and Zhejiang A&F University to strengthen scientific validation of raw material quality and product efficacy. This in-depth partnership with the Nobel laureate further elevates the ecosystem’s scientific breadth and depth to a new level.
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Building on the joint research program with the Nobel laureate professor, Sakose has achieved significant phased results in both core technology and product efficacy, delivering new breakthroughs in the key strengths of German-style petrolatum skincare. For core ingredient optimization, the two teams upgraded the bioavailability of Sakose’s signature Germany-imported pharmacopeia-grade petrolatum. By advancing its micro-molecular processing technology, they further enhanced deep skin penetration and long-lasting moisturization while preserving its core benefits of mildness and non-irritation. These results have been tested and certified by international authoritative bodies such as the German dermatologists’ association and Dermatest, earning the highest “excellent” rating and reaffirming Sakose’s world-class safety standards for product ingredients.
In formulation development, the teams conducted in-depth research into the synergistic efficacy of natural botanical extracts and petrolatum, successfully creating a next-generation botanical repair formula. By incorporating naturally active ingredients such as fruit acids, calendula, and vitamin E, the products deliver multi-dimensional improvements in moisturization, repair, and soothing benefits—precisely addressing the needs of diverse skin types, including dry and sensitive skin. This achievement has been rapidly applied to the brand’s hero products: the Petrolatum Gardenia Hydrating Hand Cream has surpassed 3 million units in cumulative sales, and the Petrolatum Calendula Anti-Itch Moisturizing Body Lotion has exceeded 1 million units. With 24-hour long-lasting hydration and a lightweight texture that melts upon application, these products have become market bestsellers and continue to shape consumption trends in the petrolatum skincare category.
Sakose’s strong capability to translate research outcomes into products is underpinned by a well-established in-house supply chain. The brand operates a 24,000㎡ scaled production facility equipped with a GMPC Class 10,000 cleanroom, 25 specialized intelligent production lines, and a self-built 7,000㎡ modern warehousing base. This enables end-to-end intelligent control—from precise dosing and efficient processing to rigorous testing—ensuring that every research advancement can be rapidly and reliably converted into high-quality finished products, so consumers worldwide can experience the benefits of advanced skincare technology.
Sustained investment in scientific innovation has also earned Sakose strong recognition from both the market and consumers, securing its position among the leading brands in the petrolatum skincare category. According to authoritative research by Shangpu Consulting Group, from December 2022 to November 2025, Sakose’s petrolatum series ranked No. 1 in total online sales across China for three consecutive years; from December 2024 to November 2025, a single hand cream SKU ranked No. 1 in sales on JD.com. Across major e-commerce platforms such as Taobao and Vipshop, the brand has also consistently held top-selling positions in categories including hand care and body lotion. With over 100 million consumers using Sakose products, Sakose has become a benchmark national brand in China’s petrolatum skincare market.
Beyond its strong performance in e-commerce, Sakose products have also obtained top-tier international certifications in multiple countries, including Australia, Germany, and Denmark. Built on the core strengths of minimalist formulations, high-efficiency repair, and a gentle, skin-friendly profile, the brand has established three core product lines. The body care line centers on botanical-based premium care, covering the full routine from cleansing to moisturizing and repair. The men’s care line is tailored for men’s oily, acne-prone and rough skin, focusing on deep cleansing and oil control alongside lightweight hydration. The baby and kids line strictly follows a zero-additives principle to protect the delicate skin of children aged 0–12, delivering comprehensive skincare coverage across ages and skin types and making German-style, science-driven skincare more accessible.
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This research collaboration with the Nobel laureate professor is an important step for Sakose in strengthening its positioning as a “German-style petrolatum skincare expert,” and a key milestone in the brand’s move into the global premium skincare market. Looking ahead, Sakose will use this partnership to continue advancing three strategic priorities: leveraging the Nobel laureate team’s scientific strengths to develop biomimetic skincare ingredients better suited to diverse skin types worldwide, enabling more precise and more personalized skin barrier repair; integrating neuro-sensory science to deepen research into fragrance–skin–mind interactions and upgrade its “skin-scent” system formulated for Asian skin, so daily care becomes a personal ritual that combines skin repair with emotional well-being—bringing to life the brand’s core philosophy of a “dialogue between skin and mind”; and upholding its ESG commitments by continuing to adopt sustainable packaging such as soy-ink printing, FSC-certified paper, and 100% recyclable plastic bottles, while developing low-carbon, eco-friendly skincare formulas—advancing scientific innovation alongside environmental stewardship to achieve a symbiotic relationship between the brand and nature.
After 11 years of dedicated work—from its founding in Guangzhou with the original mission of “making beauty within reach,” to becoming an industry benchmark in the petrolatum skincare category—Sakose has consistently placed science at the center of its growth, completing a transformation from “e-commerce sales-driven” to “R&D capability and brand value-driven.” Going forward, Sakose will continue to deepen its collaboration with the Nobel laureate professor, push the boundaries of skincare technology, and steadily expand its presence across global premium channels, with the goal of becoming a global benchmark in the beauty and personal care industry. At the same time, the brand remains committed to its vision of becoming the preferred fast-fashion beauty and lifestyle brand for Gen Z and Millennials (MZ), using science to protect the skin barrier and a poetic approach to elevate sensory experience—so consumers worldwide can, through every care routine, reconnect with their most authentic and at-ease selves.
About Sakose
Sakose is a German-style petrolatum skincare expert founded in Guangzhou in 2013. Guided by its original mission of “making beauty within reach” and its core philosophy of a “dialogue between skin and mind,” the brand has focused on body care for 11 years. Sakose has built a global R&D ecosystem centered on Sakose Lab and holds more than 20 ingredient- and formulation-related patents. Its products feature Germany-imported pharmacopeia-grade petrolatum and use micro-molecular processing technology to deliver a lightweight, “melts-into-water” skin feel. In collaboration with international master perfumers, Sakose has also developed a proprietary Eastern “skin-scent” system, making skincare a positive experience that combines skin repair with emotional well-being.
Sakose’s portfolio spans three care lines—body care, men’s care, and baby & kids care—and has obtained international authoritative certifications in multiple countries including Australia, Germany, and Denmark. Its petrolatum series has ranked No. 1 in total online sales across China for three consecutive years, making it a widely recognized skincare brand that combines strong R&D capabilities, market reputation, and brand value. Throughout its development, Sakose has consistently implemented ESG principles and launched a sustainable packaging initiative, fulfilling its brand responsibility through concrete actions and enabling beauty and sustainability to grow together.
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