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Helix BioMedix, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company with a library of structurally bioactive peptides and patents covering hundreds of thousands of peptide sequences. The Company has developed short, small-chain peptides with anti-infective, anti-inflammatory properties, such as the stimulation of cell proliferation and migration. These peptides are targeted for use as ingredients in cosmetics and topical therapeutics. The applications include anti-aging skin care, acne treatment, wound healing and the treatment of fungal dermatoses. It has developed numerous peptide sequences in the two areas of application, which includes consumer (skin care) and pharmaceutical. The Company has developed a number of peptides capable of stimulating certain aspects of the skin’s innate ability to regenerate and is marketing these peptides as ingredients for cosmetic use.(Source: 10-K)