The Science

The Science

Introduction

The pathophysiology of the aging skin is complex. All layers of the skin are affected including the epidermis, the dermis, and subcutaneous fat. Each of the structures undergoes progressive changes...

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Boswellic Acid

The resin of Boswellia species has been used as incense in religious and cultural ceremonies and in medicines since time immemorial. Boswellia serrata (Salai/Salai guggul), is a moderate to large-sized...

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Curcumin

An additional ingredient is curcumin, a food chemical present in turmeric. Curcumin has been demonstrated to have potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity; strongly repressing matrix metalloproteinase 9 gene expression as...

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Fermented Steamed Korean Red Ginseng

Ginseng is derived from the ginseng root. The effective ginsengosides are primarily found in the steamed and dried version referred to as red ginseng. The end product of the steaming and drying process is...

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Botanical

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae Rhamnoides)

Hippophae Rhamnoides is the proper binomial designation for sea buckthorn. Other less formal designations include sandthorn, sallow thorn or seaberry. Its classification includes the or Oleaster (Elaeagnaceae) family and Hippophae L. and of the Hippophae rhamnoides L....

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Jasmine Rice

Rice [Oryza sativa cv. indica (Oryzeae)] extracts have been used in many Asian traditional medicines for the treatment of  a diverse spectrum of medical conditions encompassing diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and cardiovascular disease to combat...

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Niacinamide

Niacinamide, an amide of vitamin B3 (niacin), is a hydrophilic endogenous substance. Its effects after epicutaneous application have long been described in the literature. Given a sufficient bioavailability, niacinamide has...

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Polianthes Tuberosa

Concentrations are only at a level for achieving an aromatic scent as opposed to skin rejuvenating effects. Tuberoses were especially beloved by Louis XIV of France, who had them planted...

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