Ferulic acid is a common component of plant tissues that functions as an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-cancer agent. It has a protective role for many skin structures, including keratinocytes, fibroblasts, collagen and elastin, and accelerates wound healing. It is commonly added to skincare for…
View PostClassification of Ingredient: Vitamin, Antioxidant Retinoids are considered to be among the most powerful and most effective anti-aging active compounds available. What are Retinoids? Retinol is an active form of vitamin A. As we age, our bodies naturally decrease the amount of Vitamin A it…
View PostClassification of Ingredient: Vitamin, Antioxidant Naturally occuring within in the skin, vitamin E helps reduce signs of aging, softens skin, and can even increase the effectiveness of sunscreen. What is Vitamin E? Tocopherol refers to a group of eight different molecules known as Vitamin E, a…
View PostClassification of Ingredient: Peptide Synthetic peptides in skincare have been used in skincare since the 1800s. They are small protein precursor molecules made up of amino acids that act on the skin as signal molecules that stimulates cell growth, healing and proliferation. Peptides are the building…
View PostCeramides are lipids (oils) naturally found in the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin, which is composed of dead cells and acts act as a protective barrier. Ceramides are the major structural components of the epidermal permeability barrier. The main function of ceramides…
View PostCentella asciatica has been used as a medicinal herb for at least 2000 years in India, Indonesia, and China. The plant is a perennial herbaceous creeper that grows in swampy areas. The primary active constituents are saponins, which contribute towards active wound healing and vascular…
View PostLanolin has been used for thousands of years for its wound healing and barrier-forming properties. Lanolin is produced by the sebaceous gland of wool-bearing animals as a waterproofing agent, intended to protect the skin and provide environmental protection during harsh climatic conditions. It is a…
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