Dermata Receives Notice of Acceptance of Australian Patent Application for Topical Application of Dermal Fillers with its Bioneedle Delivery System
Rhea-AI Summary
Dermata (Nasdaq:DRMA) received notice of acceptance from the Australian Patent Office for Australian Patent Application No. 2020315876, covering topical delivery of dermal fillers using its Bioneedle Delivery System (BDS). The patent will be automatically issued three months after acceptance unless a third party files an opposition.
The acceptance would be Dermata's first patent, if issued, for BDS with dermal fillers and adds to existing allowed and issued BDS patents for botulinum toxin in the US, Australia, and Japan. The company noted a strategic shift to selling direct to skincare professionals.
Positive
- Australian patent accepted for topical dermal filler use (Application No. 2020315876)
- Strengthens global IP alongside existing BDS patents for botulinum toxin in US, Australia, Japan
- Commercial channel shift to direct sales to skincare professionals could improve market access
Negative
- Issuance subject to opposition: patent auto-issues in three months unless challenged
- No financial metrics disclosed to quantify potential commercial benefit or timing
News Market Reaction – DRMAW
In the Apr 2 session, DRMAW gained 5.10%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 26 | Earnings and update | Positive | -22.3% | Corporate update on DTC pivot, funding runway, and reduced R&D spend. |
| Mar 05 | Brand launch news | Positive | -12.2% | Unveiling of Tome consumer skincare brand and mid-2026 launch plans. |
| Jan 20 | Patent grant | Positive | +2.5% | Australian patent grant for Spongilla acne treatment technology. |
| Dec 29 | Private placement close | Neutral | +26.7% | Closing of up to $12.4M private placement with warrants and insider participation. |
| Dec 24 | Private placement deal | Neutral | +39.8% | Announcement of at-the-market private placement structure and intended proceeds use. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Positive strategic or IP news has sometimes coincided with negative next-day moves, while financing headlines have previously seen strong gains.
Over the last few months, Dermata highlighted a strategic pivot to direct-to-consumer skincare, the launch of its Tome brand, and an Australian patent grant for its Spongilla acne technology. It also completed and announced a private placement providing up to $12.4 million in potential gross proceeds. Despite cash of $7.5 million and runway into early 2027, the stock sold off after the corporate update, while financing-related announcements produced strong positive reactions. Today’s Australian BDS dermal filler patent acceptance continues the emphasis on IP expansion.
Key Terms
botulinum toxin medical
hyperhidrosis medical
dermal fillers medical
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- This would be Dermata's first patent, if issued, covering the use of its Bioneedle Delivery System ("BDS") with dermal fillers -
- The Company also has allowed and issued patents in the US, Australia, and Japan covering their BDS with botulinum toxin for the treatment of hyperhidrosis -
SAN DIEGO, CA / ACCESS Newswire / April 2, 2026 / Dermata Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:DRMA)(Nasdaq:DRMAW) ("Dermata" or the "Company"), a science-driven leader in dermatologic solutions, today announced the Australian Patent Office has accepted its patent application for its topical dermal filler program utilizing its BDS. The patent, entitled "Compositions for the treatment of conditions by dermal fillers," (Australian Patent Application No. 2020315876) continues to strengthen Dermata's global intellectual property portfolio for its BDS programs. The patent will be automatically issued three months after acceptance unless a third party files an opposition.
"Our receipt of a notice of acceptance for this Australian patent marks a significant milestone in advancing how dermal fillers can be delivered and potentially expands their uses in the aesthetic market," said Gerry Proehl, Chairman, President, and CEO of Dermata. "Instead of traditional injectable applications, we believe topical delivery of dermal fillers opens the door to a wide range of uses, from smoothing fine lines and restoring skin hydration, to enhancing skin barrier function and supporting skin health. With our recent shift to selling direct to skincare professionals, we believe our BDS has the potential to fundamentally transform aesthetic treatments by enabling a non-invasive, topical approach, while expanding access, improving patient comfort, and redefining the aesthetic standard of care. We are excited about the opportunities this innovation creates as we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in skincare," Mr. Proehl concluded.
About Bioneedle Delivery System
BDS is our topical treatment system that utilizes wild-harvested Spongilla lacustris to aid in the intradermal delivery of macromolecules, such as botulinum toxin or dermal fillers, through topical application by a professional. These macromolecules are highly effective and approved for the treatment of multiple aesthetic skin conditions, but typically must be injected, sometimes requiring numerous injections, which can be painful for consumers. BDS works by creating millions of microchannels in the skin to allow for the topical application of macromolecules allowing for streamlined application and potentially expanded uses.
About Dermata Therapeutics
Dermata Therapeutics is a scientific leader in dermatologic solutions that recently announced a strategic pivot from pharmaceutical development to begin focusing on the development and commercialization of direct-to-consumer skincare solutions. The Company is currently developing two products, a first-of-its-kind skin refresh and an acne treatment, both which incorporate Dermata's Bioneedle. The Company plans to launch its initial product in the middle of 2026 with additional innovations planned to follow. Dermata is headquartered in San Diego, California. For more information, or to join our mailing list, please visit http://www.dermatarx.com/.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on the Company's current beliefs and expectations and new risks may emerge from time to time. Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other factors including, but are not limited to, statements related to: Dermata's shift to prioritize commercial sale of skincare products; the anticipated benefits of Dermata's strategic shift, including acceleration of its path to commercialization, reduction of regulatory burdens, and expansion into additional markets; the expected timing and success of any planned or future product launches; whether allowed patent applications will proceed to issuance without interruption, if at all, and whether pending or issued patents will provide adequate protection for the Company's product candidates, if approved. These statements are only predictions based on current information and expectations and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual events or results may differ materially from those projected in any of such statements due to various factors, including the risks and uncertainties inherent in product development and commercialization, and the fact that past results may not be indicative of future results. For a discussion of these and other factors, please refer to Dermata's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. This caution is made under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement and Dermata undertakes no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof, except as required by law.
Investors:
Cliff Mastricola
Investor Relations
cmastricola@dermatarx.com
SOURCE: Dermata Therapeutics
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