Durham Skin Lab pioneers treatments and supports startups

Now, Durham Skin Lab is helping entrepreneurs in health and wellbeing launch their own products affordably. Founded by Dr. Mohammad Alansary, with support from Durham University Venture Lab, it covers everything from manufacturing and packaging to distribution. This makes it easier for startups to enter the market without the usual heavy investment. Entrepreneurs can either use Durham Skin Lab’s products or create their own, depending on their needs.

Since opening in 2023, Durham Skin Lab has operated from the Drum Industrial Estate in Chester-le-Street, supporting businesses not only in Durham but also across the UK and abroad.

Dr. Alansary said: “The beauty of what we offer is that we make it possible for entrepreneurs to break into this complex and costly market without the usual financial barriers. Our affordable packages remove the hurdles, letting them focus on scaling their business.”

He plans to support at least 10 more startups next year. To keep up with demand, he is also planning to expand the company’s premises at the Drum Industrial Estate.

Dr. Alansary has been recognised with multiple awards for his work, including the High Growth Award at the StartUp Awards North East, the Durham University Post Graduate Research Illuminate Challenge, and the Gold Medal at the International Invention Fair.

With backing from international academic researchers and medical dermatologists, Durham Skin Lab operates as a team of three, and also offers internships and training for Durham University students.

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