Silab Introduces Skin-Plumping Active Apioskin

Apioskin, a new active ingredient by Silab, is purified in Apiogalacturonans (APG) from the giant duckweed (Spirodela polyrhiza) that works to smooth skin and provide radiance-boosting effects to beautify dehydrated skin.

Whether dry, mixed or oily, every skin type can be subjected to dehydration, characterized by a lack of water. Tightness, lack of suppleness, loss of volume, lines and wrinkles can form. According to the company, in order to respond specifically to the needs of dehydrated skin, the use of molecules with substantial hygroscopic potential provides an effective and long-lasting cutaneous hydration. 

 

APG uses a novel approach combining molecular modeling and Raman microspectroscopy. Silab has shown the highly hygroscopic capacity of APG, giving Apioskin its intrinsic ability to take up and retain water in the skin.

 

Beyond these properties, Apioskin activates the biological levers of cutaneous hydration (aquaporins, osmolyte transporter, natural moisturizing factor). Tested in vivo at 3% in Caucasian and Asian volunteers, the active ingredient provides a flash and long-lasting hydration to dehydrated skin, superficially and in depth (from the stratum corneum to the upper dermis). The skin is thus beautified as of 21 days of application: dehydration lines are smoothed, facial volumes are redefined, and complexion radiance is revived. 100% of the Caucasian volunteers reported that their skin was more hydrated, softer, more comfortable, and more luminous.

Among the different species of giant duckweed, Spirodela polyrhiza stands out by its plant cell wall rich in APG, a unique pectin giving it its capacity to bind water. This aquatic plant has been used for millennials in traditional Chinese medicine for its benefits on the metabolism of water.
 

The giant duckweed is obtained from a traceable and secure supply, in line with the company's practices. The species Spirodela polyrhiza was authenticated using the molecular barcoding technique. In addition, the mastery of enzymatic hydrolysis has led to a purified fraction of Apioskin, enriched to more than 50% in apiogalacturonans.

 

A true hydration concentrate, Apioskin is a patented active ingredient recommended in all plumping skin care products at a dose of 0.5 to 3%. Available in aqueous solution, it is easy to formulate. It complies with biodiversity regulations and has a natural origin content of 99.2%. It complies with international cosmetic regulations.