Maqui berry
The maqui berry bears the botanical name Aristotelia chilensis. It indicates its origin: it grows in the temperate tropical rainforests on the border between Chile and Argentina. In the preliminary stage, small yellow-green flowers grow on bushes or small trees up to 5 metres high. These flowers then turn into the blue-black and edible berries,…
Matrix metalloproteases
MMP is the abbreviation for matrix metalloproteases and describes a group of more than 20 related enzymes that are found in almost all living organisms. In the human body, 23 matrix metalloproteases are known, they are designated with the gene names MMP 1 to MMP 28. Matrix metalloproteases catalyse the cleavage of peptide bonds in…
Matrixyl-3000
Introduction Matrixyl-3000 is a groundbreaking anti-ageing active ingredient that has been specially developed to combat the visible signs of skin ageing. In this article, we will introduce the active ingredients it contains and their physical and chemical properties, explain the efficacy data and explain how wrinkles develop. The focus is on the specific variants MATRIXYL-3000…
Medical cosmetics
Medical cosmetics: more than just a trend A new trend has been emerging on the cosmetics market for some time now, and since it makes perfect sense, it is here to stay. We are talking about medical cosmetics. They combine the best of two worlds, namely the medical and the cosmetic sectors. Many people only…
Medically inspired active ingredients
Medically inspired active ingredients are playing an increasingly important role in modern cosmetics. These ingredients, which originally come from medicine or are based on medical findings, are now widely used in skin care products to effectively regenerate, protect and beautify the skin. We would like to introduce some of these active ingredients here: sh-Polypeptide-123…
Melatonin
Beautiful skin through sleep Sleep disorders have become a widespread disease. Is it the lack of melatonin? Poor sleep accelerates the ageing process, reduces performance and causes stress. Relaxation and other methods help you to sleep well again: for more natural beauty, strength and a good mood! Many people suffer from energy-sapping problems with falling…
Mentyl lactate
Mentyl lactate is a fascinating fragrance and ingredient for skin care that is increasingly being used in the cosmetics world. In this blog article, we explain clearly what mentyl lactate is, how it occurs in nature, how it is obtained, what its advantages and disadvantages are, and where it is used in cosmetic products. Finally,…
Methylisothiazolinone – the hidden allergy trigger
In today’s world, clean surfaces, hygienic floors and sparkling kitchens are a must. But while we enjoy a spotlessly clean home, many cleaning products contain a substance that can be problematic for our health. Methylisothiazolinone, or MIT for short. This preservative has been used in numerous household products for years, despite its alarming allergenic potential.…
Methylsulfonylmethane
When we think of sulphur, we usually immediately think of various unpleasant smells from chemistry lessons. But the fact that sulphur also exists in other forms and is even suitable for beauty care is not so well known. The most interesting example is methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), also called dimethylsulphone. The substance is found in many plant…
Microbiota
The terms microbiota and microbiome describe, in a narrow sense, the totality of all microorganisms that colonise a living being. In humans, the microbiota consists of bacteria and fungi. When a foetus grows in utero, it is still largely free of microorganisms. However, this changes at birth, when the newborn comes into contact with its…