MICROSPONGES® for dermatological applications

The skin presents an efficient barrier to external agents, including drugs. This is a significant challenge to the formulation scientists, in order to deliver therapeutic effective drug concentrations in various skin layers, this barrier has to be overcome.

Microsponge® technology is a multi-functional delivery system of microparticles that entrap active ingredients to improve their performance and stability in topical dermatological products.This leading technology is used to provide various therapeutic solutions for the following categories: anti-aging, acne treatment, skin firming, skin lightening and mattifying.

Microsponge® N leverages the proven technology of the original Microsponge® with the use of natural microparticles to deliver on consumer demands for an effective, yet green skin care experience.

To learn more about Microsponge® N qualities: Please contact us.

This patented technology enhance Formulations

  • Sustained release of active ingredients
  • Reduced irritation of a wide range of APIs and other skin care actives
  • Produces a gentler formulation leading to greater consumer acceptance
  • Improves emulsion and active stability
  • Ensuring long term product efficacy and extended shelf life
  • Superior skin feel and exceptional product esthetic
  • Microsponge® N for use in green label formulations

Microsponge® Extended Release
Active ingredients are isolated deep within the core of the Microsponge® matrix. Through a combination of friction and diffusion, the actives are steadily released from the matrix.

 

NEW: MICROSPONGES® 720BK
- Bakuchiol Delivery System –

 Bakuchiol Benefits in Topical Formulations:

  • Bakuchiol is a natural alternative to Retinol as an anti-aging ingredient
  • Provides sustained-release of Bakuchiol resulting in long-lasting availability on skin
  • A natural anti-aging active in a natural cellulose-based delivery system
  • The active is photochemically and hydrolytically stable in formulation
  • Published studies indicate the active provides a reduction in fine lines/wrinkles & improves skin tone      

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NEW: MICROSPONGES® 520RA
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 Retinaldehyde -

Retinaldehyde Benefits in Your Formulation

  • Sustained Release (Time Release) of Retinaldehyde
  • BHA-Free - California Proposition 65 compliant

MICROSPONGE® 520RA
Retinaldehyde is a multi-functional delivery system designed to provide sustained-release retinaldehyde in cosmetic formulations. It can be readily dispersed in gels, emulsions, and powders.

Retinaldehyde Benefits In Anti-Aging FormulationsRetinaldehyde is one step closer to efficacy than Retinol. Retinol and Retinaldehyde are converted to retinoic acid (tretinoin) naturally in the skin in order to provide efficacy.

  • Retinol requires two oxidation steps in the skin - first by converting the retinol to retinaldehyde and then to retinoic acid
  • Retinaldehyde only requires the one oxidation step to produce retinoic acid
  • Retinaldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient (not an Rx or OTC active) so it can be used in a formulation without complicated regulatory support

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