New Microbiome-Friendly Botanical Preservation System for Skin Care

Synergio has announced the availability of a new skin microbiome-friendly preservation system for toiletries and cosmetics, BiomEco 94. The novel system the company’s first range of 100 % botanically sourced broad-spectrum antimicrobial components that can target specified microorganisms at low concentrations. The system will be showcased at NYSCC Suppliers' Day in New York next month. 

A challenge facing cosmetic formulators is finding a regulatory valid preservation technique that can align with consumer demand for holistic skin-kind, earth-kind products. Cosmetic manufacturers are also having to strike the balance between the strive to produce botanically derived, sustainable eco-supportive products without hindering the performance and pleasure aspects of skin-care products such as smell, texture and shelf-life, said Synergio.

Moreover, the bioactivity of the natural actives is often compromised by the need to include preservatives. For instance, manufacturers of probiotic infused skin care concepts that are now trending, are currently exploring antimicrobial preservative solutions that can exert minimal impact on the probiotic activity, said the company.

“The standard antimicrobial preservation systems currently on the market tend to be harsh on the skin and by nature destroy all the microbes,” said Itamar Levy, CEO. “We can offer cosmetic formulators and brands new abilities to deliver truly clean, and sustainable, better-for-you products without forfeiting on shelf-life or the sensorial experiences that personal care products are purposed to bring.”

BiomEco 94 is specially designed for emulsion-based formulas, such as lotions and creams.

Taking inspiration from the natural self-protection mechanisms of the plant world, Synergio leverages its EcoDato proprietary, chemistry-based computational platform to garner a deep understanding of plant synergies and emulates these interactions in a lab setting. Synergio says it uses the EcoDato to develop botanically sourced bio-active synergies that can deliver the desired antimicrobial effects without any side effects. The actives are assembled in tailored combinations to serve the life extension needs of specific cosmetic formulations yet without modifying their innate biochemical structures.

“The micro targeting of microbes is the core of our technology,” added Levy. “We found a way of targeting and destroying specific harmful bacteria while keeping the friendly bacteria intact. This awards the added advantage of protecting the delicate microbiome of the skin without hampering their natural immune functions.”