New Banana Sap Skincare Line Debuts in Austin
The product line offers a plant-based alternative to retinol that may support collagen production for local consumers.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Beauty
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In late 2024, founders Sean and Annie Finney introduced Tano Skincare, a product line featuring banana sap sourced from an organic farm in Oahu. The line is now available to Austin consumers at Westlake Dermatology's Eden Boutique.
Why it matters
The brand developed its line after clinical research suggested banana sap may support collagen production. The founders positioned the sap as a potential pregnancy-safe alternative to retinol.
Clinical research indicated that banana sap is beneficial for collagen production. The extent of these benefits in long-term human application remains under investigation.
The players
Sean and Annie Finney
The founders of Tano Skincare who developed the line following research into banana sap.
Westlake Dermatology
A dermatology practice in Austin that carries the Tano Skincare line at its Eden Boutique.
The details
The founders researched banana sap for potential applications in combat wound care before testing the ingredient in their kitchen. The line includes a cream, serum, cleanser, body butter, and lotion. These products combine the sap, which is harvested from the pseudostem and branches of the tree, with other ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, mango butter, and jojoba oil.
Timeline
Sean and Annie Finney launched Tano Skincare in late 2024.
Health Landscape
The skincare industry continues to explore botanical alternatives to synthetic compounds like retinol for anti-aging applications. This brand enters a market defined by established retinol-based anti-aging treatments by offering a plant-based alternative.
Those seeking pregnancy-safe alternatives to retinol should discuss the ingredient profile of new skincare products with a board-certified dermatologist. It is worth evaluating if the specific formulation of hyaluronic acid and vitamin C used alongside the sap suits your skin type.
The takeaway
Banana sap is being marketed for its potential role in supporting skin collagen production. If you are considering switching your regimen to include new plant-based ingredients, consult a dermatologist to ensure they align with your specific skin health goals.
Further reading
Explore more developments in dermatological trends on our Beauty page.
More information
To browse the product line or review ingredient details, visit the Tano Skincare online store.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Austin Monthly Magazine.
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