What MedSkin Solutions Dr. Suwelack does

The company monetizes through a hybrid B2B model combining direct enterprise field sales (targeting burn surgeons, wound care clinics, hospitals, and skincare brands globally), regional distribution partnerships (Universal Companies in the US for professional skincare, GR Health Aids in India for MatriDerm, Access Pro Medical in the US for MatriDerm), and a dedicated B2B e-commerce storefront for registered skincare customers. It also offers CDMO services for contract development and manufacturing of medical devices. Pricing is quote-based wholesale with negotiated minimum order quantities; no public consumer pricing is disclosed. The company maintains group operations in Germany, India, Brazil, Japan, and the US, with the founding Suwelack family still visibly tied to the business while professional management (President & CEO Diana Ferro) runs day-to-day operations.

Name

MedSkin Solutions Dr. Suwelack

Legal name

MedSkin Solutions Dr. Suwelack AG

Website

https://medskin-suwelack.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

MedSkin Solutions Dr. Suwelack AG is a German manufacturer of collagen-based medical devices (MatriDerm, ProHeal) for wound care and tissue regeneration, and premium private label skincare. It serves hospitals, burn surgeons, wound care clinics, and skincare brands globally through B2B sales and distribution partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regenerative Medicine & Skincare Manufacturing

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

Skin Substitutes & Biologic/Regenerative Wound Therapies (Matrices, Grafts) (HLAHALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wound Healing & Skin Regeneration (advanced dressings, skin substitutes) (HLAAAGAG), Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF), Professional/Backbar Skincare (Esthetician & Spa Use) (CRABAAAK)

Keywords

• Collagen wound dressings
• Dermal matrix devices
• Private label skincare
• Tissue regeneration products
• Medical device manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Billerbeck

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Devices (MatriDerm, ProHeal): Sale of collagen-based medical devices for wound care and tissue regeneration. Products include MatriDerm dermal matrix and ProHeal collagen wound dressing sold to healthcare institutions and practitioners.
2. Private Label SkinCare Products: Manufacturing and supply of premium private label skincare products to brand partners. B2B model serving distributors, beauty salons, and skincare brands seeking premium formulations.
3. CDMO Services: Contract development and manufacturing organization services for medical devices, offering co-development, feasibility, and concept work for partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

MedSkin Solutions Dr. Suwelack manufactures collagen-based medical devices (MatriDerm dermal matrix, ProHeal wound dressing) for tissue regeneration and wound care, and produces premium private-label skincare products including Native Collagen Masks/Sprays/Mousses, Natural Algae Masks/Sprays, and Active Vitamin C and Resveratrol concentrates. The company also offers CDMO contract development and manufacturing services for medical device and skincare brand partners.

Product overview

MedSkin Solutions Dr. Suwelack operates through two main divisions: MedCare (collagen-based medical devices) and SkinCare (private label premium skincare). The MedCare division includes MatriDerm (EU MDR certified and FDA cleared dermal matrix for wound care) and ProHeal (collagen wound dressing). The SkinCare division offers a comprehensive portfolio of products including Native Collagen Masks (Pure, Caviar Extract), Native Collagen Sprays, Native Collagen Serum Mousse, Natural Algae Masks, Natural Algae Sprays, Natural Algae Massage Gel, and Active Vitamin C Concentrate - all leveraging proprietary Advanced CryoSafe and Captivation production methods. The company also provides CDMO services for co-development and contract manufacturing, and owns the professional skincare brand 'reveel'. Products are developed by academic scientists and manufactured in Germany under ISO 13485, 22716, and 9001 certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MatriDerm Dermal Matrix Single-use three-dimensional acellular dermal matrix comprised of native bovine collagen and elastin that serves as a scaffold for cellular repopulation and capillary ingrowth to support tissue reconstruction. FDA 510(k) cleared for full thickness and partial thickness wounds and EU MDR 2017/745 certified, used by burn surgeons, wound care specialists, and hospitals.
• ProHeal Collagen Wound Dressing 100% dermal collagen wound dressing acting as biological therapy in wound healing processes until final wound closure, indicated for diabetic ulcers, venous ulcers, decubitus ulcers, and traumatic and surgical wounds. Sold to hospitals, wound care clinics, and healthcare professionals.
• CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) Services Contract development and manufacturing services for medical devices and skincare products, including co-development, feasibility, and concept work for partners. Sold to medical device companies and skincare brands seeking German manufacturing expertise and proprietary biomaterial know-how.
• Native Collagen Mask Pure Preservative-free collagen mask with 92% pure native collagen (97% identical to human skin) that regenerates and repairs skin, increases moisture, soothes, calms, and boosts collagen synthesis. Premium professional skincare product supplied via private label and the B2B shop.
• Native Collagen Spray Stem Cell Complex Revitalizing serum spray combining soluble native collagen with phyto stem cell extract and Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMFs) for skin regeneration, immediate moisturizing, and wrinkle-smoothing effects in a spray application format.
• Native Collagen Serum Mousse Regenerating serum mousse with niacinamide and soluble collagen providing immediate hydration, skin smoothing, and barrier strengthening in a unique spray mousse application format.
• Native Collagen Mask Caviar Extract Premium collagen mask combined with caviar extract for anti-aging benefits including skin revitalization, increased moisture, and reduced redness. Targets professional spa and premium skincare brand customers.
• Natural Algae Mask Pure Algae-based face mask using mineral-packed sea kelp and calcium to instantly lift skin, restore elasticity and firmness, and stabilize the skin barrier. Vegan and suitable for all skin types, sold via private label and B2B shop.
• Natural Algae Eye Mask Pure Lifting eye mask with hyaluronic acid activation liquid providing instant lifting effect, deep hydration, and wrinkle reduction for the delicate eye area as part of the Natural Algae marine science complex line.
• Natural Algae Spray Vegan marine science complex serum spray containing brown and green algae with fucoidan for immediate and long-term hydration, wrinkle reduction, and healthy skin barrier function.
• Natural Algae Massage Gel Pure EXTRA Lyophilized massage gel pads that transform upon activation into lubricant gel for detoxification, skin refinement, and removal of toxins and dead cells. Vegan, ocean-friendly, and biodegradable product for professional spa use.
• Active Vitamin C Concentrate Highly concentrated vitamin C spheres (79% pure) providing skin rejuvenation, firming, wrinkle reduction, and antioxidant protection, activated with proprietary Activation Liquid 15SF at point of use.
• Active Resveratrol Concentrate Patented 2% trans-resveratrol night concentrate in a water-based, soluble, non-oily formulation designed to protect and stimulate collagen production for anti-aging treatment, with proven bioavailability via patented encapsulation.
• Private Label SkinCare Manufacturing B2B custom formulation and manufacturing of private label premium skincare products for brands, distributors, beauty salons, and spas, leveraging proprietary Advanced CryoSafe and Captivation methods and German manufacturing under ISO 22716.
• reveel Professional Skincare Brand Premium professional skincare brand by MedSkin Solutions stimulating the skin's natural processes through scientifically-backed active ingredients, distributed in India, Austria, and the USA through partners including Universal Companies (56,000+ beauty professionals).
• Dr. KITZINGER SkinCare Brand Professional skincare brand featuring innovative formulations including Regenerative Night with retinol and 2-in-1 Cleansing Milk with Aloe Vera, distributed through the professional salon and spa market.
• MatriDerm Flex and MatriDerm Fenestrated Dermal Matrix Expanded MatriDerm product family offering flexible and fenestrated formats of the collagen-elastin dermal matrix for clinical use in European burn and wound care settings.
• Activation Liquid 17SF (and Activation Liquid 15SF) Specially designed activating liquids for native collagen masks and vitamin C spheres that release valuable collagen ingredients or activate vitamin C upon application, sold as part of the Mask system or as a standalone B2B skincare accessory.
• MedSkin Solutions B2B Online Shop Online platform at shop.medskin-suwelack.com enabling registered B2B customers (brands, distributors, spa/salon partners) to browse products, access technical documentation, and place orders for private label and branded skincare.

Quantifiable outcome

• MatriDerm FDA cleared for management of full thickness and partial thickness wounds (January 2021)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• Universal CompaniescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 May 2022Strategic distribution partnership for the American market. Universal Companies is a leading distribution partner for 56,000+ beauty professionals, specializing in expanding skincare brands and beauty salons/spas for over 40 years. Successfully launched reveel at ISPA 2022 trade show.
• GR Health Aids PVT Ltd (GRH)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 September 2021National distribution partner in India since 1990, committed to improving patients' lives through advanced medical products. Supplies hospitals and healthcare professionals with MatriDerm and supports MedSkin's India market expansion with dedicated sales and support teams.
• SkinTERM ConsortiumstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2021European Union Horizon 2020 funded collaboration of 5 companies and 6 universities from 7 countries, guiding 12 PhD candidates. Goal: conversion of skin repair into skin regeneration for scar-less healing. Funded under Marie Skłodowska-Curie Grant Agreement No. 955722.
• Access Pro Medical (APM)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2021US distribution partner for MatriDerm. Officially launched MatriDerm in the USA at the Southern Region Burns Conference in November 2021 following FDA clearance.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MiMedx: US-based regenerative medicine company with EpiFix amniotic membrane and other skin substitutes; competes with MatriDerm in the regenerative wound healing market segment.
• Integra LifeSciences: US-listed medical device company with Integra Dermal Regeneration Template, a direct competitor to MatriDerm in the skin substitute and dermal matrix category for wound and burn care. Most directly comparable peer in MedCare division.
• Intercos Group: Italian-listed contract manufacturer of cosmetic and skincare products for global beauty brands; directly comparable to MedSkin's private label/CDMO skincare manufacturing business serving brand partners.
• Organogenesis Holdings: Regenerative medicine company (Apligraf, Dermagraft) focused on advanced wound care and skin substitutes; directly comparable to MatriDerm/ProHeal in cellular and acellular dermal matrix markets.
• Mölnlycke Health Care: Swedish wound care specialist with Mepilex and related advanced dressings; directly comparable to ProHeal in collagen/skin substitute wound care for chronic and acute wounds.

Regional players

• Engelhard Arzneimittel: German pharma and personal care company (e.g., isla-Moos, Tyrosur) with comparable German manufacturing heritage and European dermatology / skincare presence; useful regional benchmark.

Broad incumbents

• Coloplast: Danish medical device company with wound and skin care portfolio (Biatain, Conveen). Comparable in wound care category with broader ostomy/contincence scope and larger global footprint.
• Coty Inc. Global beauty conglomerate with skincare and professional beauty brands; comparable as a broader incumbent operating across branded and partner-brand skincare, similar to MedSkin's revealed + private label approach.
• ConvaTec: Global medical products company with advanced wound care portfolio (AQUACEL, Foam dressings); competes in burn/wound care with broader portfolio and larger scale than MedSkin's MedCare division.
• Smith+Nephew: Global medical device incumbent with large advanced wound care portfolio (e.g., PICO, ALLEVYN). Competes with MatriDerm in burn and surgical wound care with broader product breadth and global sales force.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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