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ModVellum Clinical’s New Luminous Creme Formula WHITE PAPER
Introduction: Targeted Skincare Precision
ModVellum Clinical’s new Luminous Creme formula has been improved beyond measure, and WITHOUT a price increase. Our commitment to science-driven skincare has led us to formulate a product that specifically targets hyperpigmentation, melasma, and glycation. In this comprehensive white paper, we dive deep into the scientific foundation of ModVellum Clinical’s transformative Luminous Creme with new ingredients, including azelaic acid.
1. Unlocking Radiance with Black Tea Ferment (Camellia Sinensis)
Scientific Insight: Extracted from Camellia Sinensis tea leaves, our black tea ferment is rich in polyphenols, notably epicatechin gallate (ECG). These antioxidants neutralize free radicals, protecting the skin from oxidative damage and promoting a youthful complexion. Black tea ferment is our star anti-glycation ingredient.
2. The Elegance of Isodecyl Neopentanoate
Scientific Insight: Derived from neopentyl glycol and fatty acids, isodecyl neopentanoate acts as an ester emollient, enhancing the cream’s texture and forming a protective barrier on your skin. This barrier reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), ensuring lasting hydration.
3. Ethoxydiglycol’s Precision Penetration
Scientific Insight: Ethoxydiglycol serves as a cosolvent and penetration enhancer, enabling hydrophilic actives to penetrate deeper into the skin. This ensures uniform ingredient distribution, enhancing their effectiveness.
4. Sorbitan Olivate: Emulsifying Elegance
Scientific Insight: Derived from olive oil and sugar, sorbitan olivate is an emulsifier that ensures the stable dispersion of active ingredients in oil-in-water emulsions. This promotes better absorption and bioavailability.
5. Squalane: Nature’s Moisture Lock
Scientific Insight: Sourced from olive oil, squalane mimics the skin’s natural lipids, fortifying the skin’s moisture barrier. It reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), maintaining optimal hydration levels.
6. Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract: Nature’s Soothing Serenade
Scientific Insight: Extracted from the Humulus lupulus plant, hops extract contains xanthohumol and prenylflavonoids, which modulate pro-inflammatory cytokines, providing anti-inflammatory benefits and reducing skin redness.
7. Pancratium Maritimum Extract: Illuminating Elegance
Scientific Insight: Sourced from the Pancratium maritimum plant, this extract inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme responsible for melanin production. By reducing melanin production, it promotes a more even skin tone.
8. Hydroxycinnamic Acid: Guardian of Youthful Skin
Scientific Insight: Hydroxycinnamic acid, a polyphenol, functions as a potent antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals, reducing hyperpigmentation, and preserving skin integrity for a youthful appearance.
9. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Barrier Enhancement
Scientific Insight: Niacinamide, a water-soluble vitamin B3, strengthens the skin barrier, brightens, reduces TEWL, and supports ceramide synthesis. It also regulates sebum production, improving pore size and reducing wrinkles.
10. Green Tea Extract (Camellia Sinensis): Skin’s Tranquility Guard
Scientific Insight: Green tea extract, sourced from Camellia Sinensis leaves, is rich in polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is a powerful antioxidant that soothes skin inflammation, promotes even tone, fights free radicals, and promotes skin health.
11. Hyaluronic Acid: The Skin’s Hydration Champion
Scientific Insight: Sourced through microbial fermentation, hyaluronic acid’s exceptional water-binding capacity provides deep hydration, diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
12. Sodium PCA (Pyroglutamic Acid): Moisture Management
Scientific Insight: Sodium PCA, a skin-native humectant, attracts and retains moisture, maintaining skin suppleness.
13. Phospholipids (Liposomes): Precision Delivery
Scientific Insight: Encapsulated in liposomes, phospholipids derived from soy or other plant-based oils enhance ingredient delivery by mimicking cell membranes, allowing for better penetration and efficacy.
14. Black Tea Hydrosol (Camellia Sinensis): Rejuvenation Symphony
Scientific Insight: Black tea hydrosol, sourced from Camellia Sinensis tea leaves, offers antioxidants and may influence cellular signaling pathways, promoting skin rejuvenation. This ingredient also adds to the natural fragrance of the product.
15. Bisabolol: Nature’s Skin Soother
Scientific Insight: Sourced from chamomile essential oil, bisabolol (a terpene) inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines, reducing redness and irritation for soothing skincare.
16. Cassia Alata Leaf Extract: UV Defender
Scientific Insight: Extracted from the Cassia alata plant, this ingredient protects against UV-induced damage and supports skin health and rejuvenation.
17. Licorice Extract (Glycyrrhiza Glabra): The Melanin Manager
Scientific Insight: Sourced from the root of Glycyrrhiza glabra, licorice extract contains glabridin, a potent tyrosinase inhibitor. Glabridin effectively addresses hyperpigmentation by suppressing melanin synthesis, leading to a more even skin tone.
18. Allantoin: Skin Regenerator
Scientific Insight: Allantoin, whether synthesized or sourced from comfrey plants, soothes and moisturizes the skin. It enhances keratolytic activity, promoting the shedding of dead skin cells and aiding in skin regeneration.
19. Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract: Antioxidant Armor
Scientific Insight: Derived from yeast fermentation, this extract provides resveratrol, a polyphenol with potent antioxidant properties. Resveratrol mitigates oxidative stress and supports the skin’s resilience against environmental damage.
20. Azelaic Acid: Brightening and Smoothing Powerhouse
Scientific Insight: Azelaic acid, a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid, targets hyperpigmentation, brightens skin tone, and helps to clear up clogged pores. Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, azelaic acid is an ideal choice for reducing redness and promoting a more balanced complexion.
21. Ferulic Acid: The Antioxidant Enhancer
Scientific Insight: Found in the seeds of various fruits and often sourced from rice bran, ferulic acid enhances the stability and efficacy of antioxidants. It synergizes with vitamins like Vitamin E, amplifying protection against UV damage and free radicals.
22. Astaxanthin: The Red Algae Powerhouse
Scientific Insight: Astaxanthin, a carotenoid sourced from red algae, exhibits remarkable antioxidant capabilities. It defends against free radicals, reducing oxidative stress on the skin and promoting a more youthful appearance.
23. Glutathione: The Master Antioxidant
Scientific Insight: Glutathione, often called the “master antioxidant,” is a tripeptide composed of cysteine, glutamate, and glycine. It plays a pivotal role in protecting cells from oxidative stress by neutralizing free radicals and maintaining other antioxidants in their active forms.
24. Tocopherol (D-alpha): Vitamin E’s Radiance
Scientific Insight: Tocopherol, specifically the D-alpha form, is a fat-soluble vitamin E variant known for its antioxidant properties. It shields the skin from UV damage, moisturizes, and promotes a healthier, more youthful complexion.
25. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder: Soothing Elixir
Scientific Insight: Aloe Barbadensis leaf juice powder, derived from the succulent Aloe vera plant, is celebrated for its skin-soothing properties. It contains polysaccharides that lock in moisture, making it an excellent choice for calming irritated skin.
26. Diacetyl Boldine: The Brightening Agent
Scientific Insight: Diacetyl boldine, sourced from the Chilean Boldo tree, is a natural skin brightener. It works by inhibiting tyrosinase activity, reducing the formation of melanin and addressing issues of uneven skin tone.
27. Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract and Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract: Nature’s Preservatives
Scientific Insight: These flower extracts from the honeysuckle plant act as natural preservatives, ensuring the formula’s longevity and safety. They contain antimicrobial compounds that protect the cream from contamination.
Conclusion: Unveiling Radiance
ModVellum Clinical’s New Luminous Creme Formula is a testament to the harmonious fusion of science and skincare. Our precise selection of ingredients, each supported by scientific insights, is aimed at addressing hyperpigmentation, melasma, and glycation. As the culmination of extensive research and development, our Luminous Creme is not just a cosmetic product but a skincare technological triumph.
Ingredient Deck: Neopentanoate, Ethoxydiglycol, Sorbitan Olivate, Squalane, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Hydroxycinnamic Acid, Niacinamide, Green Tea Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium PCA, Phospholipids (Liposomes), Black Tea Hydrosol (Camellia Sinensis), Bisabolol, Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Licorice Extract, Allantoin, Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract, Azelaic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Astaxanthin, Glutathione, Tocopherol (D-alpha), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Diacetyl Boldine, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Phytic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Fragrance (Natural).
