Biometrix was founded in 1998
January 1, 1998
Biometrix was founded in 1998 by eminent clinicians and dermatologists of UCSF, after years of experience in translational research, treatments for dermatological conditions, dermatopharmakinetics, genetics and basic science and biochemical research funded by awards from government partners like NIH, DoD, FDA, and private industry sponsors.
PARTNERSHIPS ARE FORMED IN 2004
January 2, 2004
Starting in 2004, Biometrix formed partnerships with international beauty and cosmetics companies that were interested in testing products on ethnic skin. A deep understanding of ethnic panelist, as well as their recruitment into studies, became a core value of Biometrix’s services. A rich history of international collaboration with institutions, researchers and interns gave Biometrix the
GROWTH DUE TO EFFICACY AND CLAIMS 2008
October 18, 2008
Biometrix’s Skin Bioengineering Department grew in 2008 with efficacy and claims testing of beauty products, specializing in ethnic skin studies, anti-aging claims, pigmentation, whitening and acne reduction.
SKIN BIOPSY STUDIES BEGIN 2010
February 2, 2010
By 2010, Biometrix was testing 300 products annually and had begun operations with partner labs while functioning as a CRO. The Advanced and Innovative Research Department began studies for skin biopsy with leading dermatologists.
BIOMETRIX SHANGHAI OPENS 2011
January 3, 2011
In 2011, Biometrix Shanghai opened its doors, offering many of the same services as the United States operations and bringing further collaboration with international clients and institutions.
EXPANSION INTO SAN FRANCISCO 2014
May 14, 2018
Biometrix expanded during summer of 2014 to a new location at Union Square in San Francisco, California. A location that brings it closer to large groups of consumers than any other research center in the world. This location will allow Biometrix to reach millions of consumers who spend billions of dollars at retail locations within