Lipoid Kosmetik announces that three of its active cosmetic ingredients have been awarded the "microbiome-friendly" quality label in accordance with the MyMicrobiome 18.10 standard.

MyMicrobiome is an independent testing organization that verifies the impact of products on the skin microbiome. Three Lipoid Kosmetik products have been scientifically tested and certified:

• Yogurtolin: prebiotic and refreshing care for sensitive skin
• Cranberry Pro: natural biofilm control
• Us Neo: a widely applicable antimicrobial system

The number of cosmetic products with microbiome claims is increasing, and consumers are beginning to recognize the importance of the skin's microbiota. Consumers, however, often lack the scientific knowledge needed to make purchasing decisions. Therefore, a uniform standard or label that gives consumers guidance and confidence was long overdue.

MyMicrobiome 18.10 is the world's first standard certifying microbiome-friendly products. It is based on an independent, scientific examination of the influence of products on all aspects of skin microbiota, including microbial balance, diversity and growth behavior. The standard uses a conclusive and transparent seal of approval that provides clarity for consumers.

Paula Begoun has added a new ingredient to her list of favorites: CBD. Visit beauty addicts have been hearing a lot about this active ingredient for some months now, but Paula Begoun first had to make sure that it wasn't just being praised for its "sultry" side, and that it actually provided a concrete benefit for the skin, as the brand's representatives point out. With the support of its R&D team, the company then researched which other ingredients could "potentiate" or complement its action.

Two new skin care products capitalize on the power of full-spectrum CannaBiDiol, containing all the elements of the hemp plant from which it is extracted. Thanks to its dual antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action, CBD is ideal for treating, for example, hypersensitivity manifested by redness, tightness, flakiness or rough skin. According to Paula's Choice, this active ingredient is even more sensational when combined with a complex of plant oils and Retinol. 

CannaBiDiol calms skin hypersensitivity. With its help, cells behave more "calmly" in the face of external and internal stress factors. Paula's Choice has added Hemp, Borage and Limnanthes plant oils, known for their nourishing, regenerating and anti-wrinkle properties. This ultra-light, milky-textured treatment also contains moisturizing triglycerides and soothing, antioxidant Centella asiatica, which targets skin aging at its source by reducing daily micro-inflammations. "From the very first application, this serum slows the action of stress factors, refreshes the complexion and soothes anxious skin."says the brand.

CBD has also been combined with Retinol to create a skin care product that combines 150 mg of full-spectrum CannaBiDiol with 0.5% of Retinol (vitamin A). Together, these two ingredients help reduce the signs of aging by communicating directly with the cells: Retinol prevents aging and keeps them in peak condition, while CBD helps them remain calm when confronted with external and internal aggressions. This action is made all the more convincing by the fact that natural Squalane oil and moisturizing Triglycerides help these two active ingredients to be better absorbed.

"CBD, better known as CannaBiDiol, is the hemp plant's active molecule, found in the flowers and buds. Once extracted, it can be absorbed by the skin, which has specific receptors for CBD. It then penetrates and ''instructs'' skin cells to soothe, reduce redness, stop making skin dry and rough, and behave in a normal way - this via a particular mode of action that other ingredients can't follow. It's not the only ingredient you need for your skin, but it's a true "skincare hero" "says Paula Begoun.

Due to environmental factors and age, the skin loses its ability to regenerate, weakening the skin barrier and dermal architecture.

In response to this observation, Silab developed Glyco-Repair in 2008, a natural active ingredient capable of reactivating the skin's natural repair processes. In 2020, Silab brings additional efficacy data to its active ingredient in the context of aging:

- In the epidermis, by confirming the ability of Glyco-Repair to reactivate the various biological pathways involved in re-epithelialization, in particular keratinocyte differentiation, and by highlighting its healing action [1];

- In the dermis, by reaffirming the ability of Glyco-Repair to restore the integrity of the support tissue, in particular through its action on the architecture of the dermal matrix and the functionality of the fibroblasts [2].

Repairing actions on the dermis and epidermis

As early as 2008, the ability of Glyco-Repair to repair skin tissue quickly and intensely following an aggression had, according to Silab, been demonstrated.

New efficacy data show that the active ingredient also repairs age-related disorders. Indeed, a fringe projection study shows that Glyco-Repair, tested at 3 % for 14 days of twice-daily application on a mature Caucasian panel, improves skin microrelief, particularly the Sa parameter (-8.6 %). In addition, after 28 days of twice-daily application, clinical scoring by experts on digital photographs showed that the appearance of pores was reduced (-13.8 %) and that crow's feet wrinkles were reduced (-10.5 %).

A self-assessment by the volunteers confirms these data, since 83 % of them perceive their skin texture as refined and 94 % note smoother skin and less visible wrinkles and fine lines.

To support its concept of tissue regeneration, Silab has chosen a natural raw material with restorative properties: the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua). Its rusticity and its ability to adapt to environmental constraints are indeed appreciated for restoring degraded ecosystems.

Carob seeds with regenerative properties

Silab has been particularly interested in carob seed gum and has joined forces with two partners on the island of Majorca (one for harvesting the carobs, the other for processing them into gum), the aim being to ensure traceability from the plot and to control quality. A controlled process of enzymatic hydrolysis allowed Silab to extract oligogalactomannans with a unique average degree of polymerization (DP = 17), responsible for the effectiveness of the active.

Glyco-Repair is a patented active ingredient, of natural origin at 99.3 % (ISO 16128) and respecting the regulations on biodiversity. Available in aqueous solution (recommended dose: 1 to 3 %), it complies with international cosmetic regulations (Europe, USA, Japan, China, etc.).