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Fat Facts
Insights into biofermented oils.
Dive into the science behind microbial oils, explore the future of fermentation, and share expert insights on how bioengineered fats are shaping the next generation of clean, high-performance beauty.
At Xylome, we grow oil from yeast. Through fermentation and precision metabolic engineering, we create structured lipids with functionality, consistency, and traceability that beauty formulators can count on.
Check out our latest episodes
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EP 3: What Beauty Needs to Know About Precision Fermentation
July 2025
Discover how precision fermentation is reshaping beauty ingredient innovation. This post breaks down the differences between traditional and precision fermentation, and how Xylome’s biotech platform is enabling clean, consistent, palm-free lipids like Yoil® for next-gen formulations.
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Ep 2: Microbes That Make Beauty & Butter
June 2025
Xylome founder Dr. Thomas Jeffries introduces the fat-producing microbes behind a new era of designer oils. Learn how yeasts like Lipomyces starkeyi can store up to 80% of their weight as oil—and how microbial customization is unlocking tailored textures for everything from silky balms to plant-based butters. Discover why fermentation isn’t just sustainable—it’s the future of fat.
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Ep 1: How Yeast Makes Beauty-Grade Oils
May 2025
Xylome Principal Scientist Dr. José Miguel Laplaza explains how a single-celled yeast becomes a source of high-performance oils for beauty. Learn how ‘Lipomyces starkeyi’ turns sugar into structured lipids—and why fermentation is the future of clean, consistent, and sustainable emollients.
