Aging occurs gradually as a natural, intrinsic process in the human body, but there are also extrinsic factors (external factors) such as smoking, exposure to ultraviolet radiation, lifestyle, sedentary habits, stress, and poor diet, among others, that accelerate the process of premature aging, which is entirely possible to minimize.
Related to the loss of functional capacity, aging is linked to a delay in tissue regeneration, as it alters the body’s reserves and causes changes in the response to cellular stimuli and repair, leading to reduced oxygenation and tissue nutrition.
Therefore, it is essential to use active ingredients that can help rejuvenate the skin, such as Vitamin C and other key compounds.
Vitamin C, as an active ingredient, is fundamental in cosmetology due to its rich antioxidant properties, which help reduce oxidative stress in cells, elevating levels of free radicals responsible for premature skin aging. In this way, by aiding in the prevention of fine lines and wrinkles, Vitamin C is considered by many contemporary studies as an essential antioxidant for facial treatments.
Vitamin C boosts glutathione levels, which in turn acts as a protective antioxidant for cells against the effects of sun exposure, providing protection against UV rays.
Vitamin C promotes skin revitalization and rejuvenation by playing a key role in collagen biosynthesis. In other words, it stimulates fibroblast proliferation, improving skin firmness.
As mentioned, the speed of skin aging can be reduced with the continuous use of active ingredients like Vitamin C. However, the beneficial effects on the skin can be enhanced when combined with other regenerative active ingredients, such as Polypeptides and Silicon.
Peptides are formed by the union of amino acids through peptide bonds, creating chains of varying lengths. When several amino acid chains combine to form a more complex structure, they are called polypeptides. These can be described as cytokines produced by tissue cells, responsible for the process of cell communication. This communication allows tissues to perform their functions by sending important instructions to cells, encouraging them to carry out tasks that ensure the health and vitality of the skin. Polypeptides stimulate fibroblasts to restore their ability to produce more collagen and elastin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. They add volume and reduce skin elasticity loss, improving facial contours and overall skin appearance while diminishing signs of aging.
One example is Matrikines, which are peptide fragments used in cosmetics for their rejuvenating properties. They act as cellular messengers that interact with specific receptors involved in the skin regeneration process, promoting increased cell proliferation and the production of important components of the extracellular matrix. Their function is to correct dysfunctions in various skin components, stimulate effective repair of the papillary dermis layer, and repair aging caused by both sun damage and the passage of time.
Another regenerative active ingredient that enhances the effects of Vitamin C is a combination of silanol, a bioavailable form of silicon, and hydroxyproline derived from biotechnology. This union creates a true synergy that promotes the organized regeneration of tissues, stimulating collagen biosynthesis, where the fibers align in an organized manner, resulting in improved skin appearance and increased elasticity. It has Anti-Aging effects by boosting fibroblast activity, thus addressing cellular aging. It also promotes faster wound healing with less cellular energy consumption. Additionally, due to its connection with silanol molecules, it creates a hydration reserve, making it an excellent and efficient biological moisturizer.
Cosmetology continuously seeks combinations that provide skin repair and rehabilitation through ingredients that work in synergy, enhancing their potency when used together. With the biocompatibility of Vitamin C, combined with Silicon and Polypeptides, these actives create a bionutritional and biocompatible solution for the skin. They offer reparative and protective action, bringing harmony, softness, radiance, and vitality.
