Dermeco Oy is a Finnish startup with a patented technology offering sustainable material solutions for hydrocolloid wound dressings.
Our hydrocolloid dressing world’s first and only ecological hydrocolloid dressing that decomposes into carbon dioxide, water and humus and does not break down into harmful microplastics.
News
Best startup 2022
Dermeco is the winner of the Productive Idea Award and the best startup in 2022 in an innovation competition organized by JCI Finland and Nasdaq Helsinki.
Dermeco was awarded by the jury based on the notable potential in the global market and the global impact that the technology offers with its biodegradability and use of renewable resources.
Our Technology
INNOVATIVE FORMULA
Self-standing, biodegradable and bio-based elastic hydrocolloid dressing for wound care with high hydroscopicity, antibacterial and self-adhering properties.
SUSTAINABILITY
Be a leader in sustainability with the only ecological hydrocolloid dressing in the world.
BIODEGRADABLE & BIO-BASED
Our hydrocolloid consists solely of bio-based and biodegradable raw materials and is laminated with a compostable and EN 13432 certified lamination film.
Performance
Mechanical properties and characterization tested according to EN 13726.
The problem of conventional dressings
Hydrocolloid dressings generate an estimated 30 million kilograms of waste annually. This waste eventually ends up in our oceans, nature and landfills and takes on average 400 years to decompose.
The breaking-down process leaves behind half a million kilograms of microplastics annually, posing a threat to wildlife , ecosystems and human health.
Applications
Advanced
wound care
Hydrocolloid dressings that are generally prescribed for more severe wounds after a visit to the doctor or hospital.
Traditional
wound care
Hydrocolloid plasters used on your own at home, aimed at treating non-severe wounds like blisters and sores.
Acne &
Beauty
Treats cosmetic skin conditions such as acne, spots, scars, wrinkles or pores.
Sustainability market
Sustainability is one of the biggest future trends in health care.
Research
Research shows that 92% of the consumers and 82% of health care establishments have significant concern for the environmental impact of product and packaging in 2027. 71% are also willing to pay premium for environmentally friendly products.
Opportunities
Waste reduction
Our material decomposes in less than six months (industrial composting conditions).
Competitive advantage
Our material is the only biodegradable hydrocolloid dressing in the world with several granted and pending patents.
Increased brand value
Investing in sustainable innovations and offering ecological solutions increases brand value.
Cost savings in taxation
Possible cost savings due to plastic tax exemption with plastic taxations and waste prevention policies.
