The primary aim here is protection and repair of the skin. Oxidative stress is one factor that can damage the skin.
Selenium, molybdenum and manganese in particular, but also iodine, can help to greatly reduce oxidative stress in skin, caused by excess exposure to the sun. Molybdenum and manganese help to restore the skin's firmness. Zinc also has antioxidative properties, and furthermore its anti-inflammatory effect protects against excessive acne and helps the skin in the healing of minor lesions.
Special cosmeceuticals for brightening skin tone often contain zinc and selenium. They inhibit the formation of melanin and make the skin look lighter17, 18. Especially in Asia pale skin is regarded as the ideal of beauty.
Hair
The main objective of systemic haircare aims is to help hair retention and growth. more
The main objective of systemic haircare aims is to help hair retention and growth. Here, voluminous hair is seen as the ideal of beauty, also outside Western society. Damaged hair must be restored and supplied with nutrients. Zinc and selenium in particular – but also copper, molybdenum and manganese – have a good nutritional effect on hair.
Nails
Fingernails and toenails can be strengthened and restored by taking keratogenic cosmeceuticals, more
Fingernails and toenails can be strengthened and restored by taking keratogenic cosmeceuticals containing copper, molybdenum and manganese. Selenium and zinc also help to promote normal and strong nail growth.
Our Research & Development department provides our customers with individual assistance in developing cosmeceuticals for skin, hair and nail care.
