Once dismissed as waste, fish skin is now revolutionizing wound care thanks to its healing power. Rich in collagen types I and III, it closely resembles human skin, making it an ideal natural dressing for burns and injuries.

When applied, sterilized fish skin acts as a “second skin,” forming a barrier that “helps reduce pain, prevent infection, and maintain essential moisture for healing.” Patients often experience faster recovery and fewer scars, with many calling it life-changing for severe burns.

Before use, the fish skin is “sterilized, disinfected, and treated with glycerol” to ensure safety and compatibility, even for sensitive skin. Doctors praise its ability to “integrate with the body’s natural healing process,” offering biological support that synthetic materials can’t match.

Beyond its medical benefits, this method is sustainable and affordable. By reusing fish skin — a byproduct of the seafood industry — hospitals reduce waste and create new value from natural resources.

In countries like Brazil and the U.S., clinical trials show that burn victims treated with fish skin experience smoother recovery and shorter hospital stays. What was once discarded is now “a symbol of innovation and sustainability in modern medicine.”