COSMECEUTICALS – Part 4
- — ..... Certain plant-based substances have been claimed to be used in cosmeceuticals products by companies marketing them.
- — Retinol (Vitamin A) and the retinoid has a history of efficacy in the handling the aging of skin.
- — Retinoid is known for stimulation of collagen synthesis there by growing and transforming growth factor (TGF)-beta and procollagen.
- — Antioxidants such as alpha-lipoic acid have the ability and capability to penetrate cellular lipid membranes and to scavenge the intracellular free radical.
- — Copper peptide is gaining recognition and in recent studies, enhancement in skin roughness, fine lines, wrinkles, elasticity and overall photo damage versus control were documented by ultrasound evaluation.
Sunscreens
— These are considered as OTC drugs: sun protection
factor must be proven by in-vitro and in-vivo studies. These are regarded by
dermatologists as the single most important formulation that should be applied
daily. These are the products formulated to meet individual preferences, such
as scent and feel, can improve compliance.
Retinoids
· These are the natural and synthetic derivatives of vitamin A. Retinoic acid (tretinoin). Adapalene and tazarotene. Substantial scientific data confirm their anti-aging and anti-acne benefits. Retinoic acid is considered by dermatologists to be the anti-aging gold standard. These are available only through a doctor‘s prescription.
