Vitalizing dermal stem cells to improve skin density
PhytoCellTecTM Argan was developed to improve the regenerative capacity of dermal stem cells thereby achieving deep-seated rejuvenation of the skin. PhytoCellTec™ Argan is a powder based on stem cells of the argan tree, one of the oldest tree species in the world.
In order to evaluate which active ingredient effectively promotes dermal stem cell activity, a stable human dermal papilla cell line was used as a new test system: stem cell activity is assessed based on the expression of the Sox2 gene, which is an established stem cell marker. Furthermore, the characteristic property of stem cells to grow in three-dimensional spherical colonies serves as a second observable indicator of stem cell viability in this assay.
Clinical studies performed on healthy volunteers showed that PhytoCellTecTM Argan:
- effectively stimulates the regeneration of dermal connective tissue, thereby increasing skin density
- helps the skin to regain its firmness
- significantly reduces wrinkle depth in crow’s feet area.
PhytoCellTec™ Argan is the very first active ingredient that is capable of both protecting and vitalizing human dermal stem cells. This will not only help to accelerate the skin’s natural repair process but also fights skin aging right at the root.
Claim Ideas for PhytoCellTecTM Argan
- Vitalizes and protects dermal stem cells
- Reduces wrinkles (- 26 %)
- Tightens and tones skin tissue
- Increases skin firmness and density
- Deep-seated rejuvenation of the skin
- First cosmetic active with proven results for protecting and vitalizing dermal stem cells
Application
- Advanced “stem cell cosmetic” formulas
- Formulas for fundamental rejuvenation
- Anti-wrinkle specialists
- Collagen boosters
- Firming for face and body
Formulating with PhytoCellTecTM Argan
- Recommended use level: 0.4 – 1 %
- Incorporation: Dissolve PhytoCellTecTM Argan into the aqueous phase or add pre-solved, during the cooling phase (< 60 C). PhytoCellTecTM Argan is dissolvable at up to 20 % in water.
- Thermostability: Temperatures up to 60 C for a short time do not affect the stability of PhytoCellTecTM Argan.
INCI / CTFA-Declaration
Argania Spinosa Sprout Cell Extract (and) Isomalt (and) Lecithin (and) Sodium Benzoate (and) Aqua/Water
