For years, skincare focused on one goal: making skin cells renew faster through exfoliation and retinoids. While this can improve appearance, it doesn't address why cells slow down with age.
Scientists discovered that telomeres—the protective caps at the ends of our chromosomes—are an important part of how cells age. As telomeres shorten over time, cells become less able to function and renew themselves. This led to the discovery of Telomerase, an enzyme that helps maintain telomere length in specific cells. Dr. Bill Andrews has spent more than three decades researching telomerase and its potential role in supporting healthy ageing, making him one of the leading scientists in this field.
This research ultimately inspired the development of TAM-818.
Instead of pushing skin cells to work harder, TAM-818 was developed to support the telomerase pathway, helping cells maintain healthier function over time. The goal isn't faster turnover—it's supporting healthier cellular performance for longer.