Delivery Systems
These are spreading agents and carrying bases necessary to the formulation of a cosmetic.
What are vehicles?
Polyglucans and beta-glucans are normally derived from this.
What is yeast?
Peptides are chains of these kind of acids.
What are amino acids?
This water soluble antioxidant strengthens white blood cells and is essential for producing collagen.
What is Vitamin C?
Examples are AHA's and BHA's.
What are chemical exfoliants?
These are closed lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients.
What are liposomes?
These help preserve hydration, collagen and elastin by forming a protective film on the skin.
What are polyglucans?
Peptides have been shown to help aging skin by improving tissue repair and skin functions such as this.
What is cell and fibroblast activity?
This antioxidant is found in every cell of the body.
What is Alpha Lipoic Acid?
Examples are licorice root, kojic acid, vitamin C and mulberry root.
What are brighteners?
These are chemical compounds formed by a number of small molecules.
These help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating the formation of collagen.
What are beta-glucans?
Also called glycopolypeptides, these have been found to enhance cellular metabolism.
What are glycoproteins?
This stimulates fibroblasts and cell metabolism and is oil-soluble.
What is Ester Vitamin C?
Examples are papain, bromelain and pumpkin.
What are enzymes?
Polymers are also referred to as this.
What are microsponges?
This functions as an anti-inflammatory and moisturizing ingredient.
What is Tissue Respiratory Factor or TRF?
Glycoproteins are derived from these.
What are carbohydrates and proteins?
This antioxidant stabilizes cell membranes.
What is DMAE or dimethylaminoethanol?
Examples are sodium PCA, glycerin, hyaluronic acid polyglucans and sorbitol.
What is hydrophobic?
This stimulates cell division and is used for healing burns and wounds.
What is Epidermal Growth Factor or EGF?
Along with palmitoyl pentapeptide-3 and palmitoyl oligopeptide, these peptides are another effective formulation.
What are copper peptides?
This antioxidant seems to fortify the skin's immune function and activates metabolic functions.
What is Coenzyme Q10?
Examples are phospholipids, ceramides and sterols.
What are lipids?