Ectoin^®is a marvelous molecule allowing life in the most extreme environments.

What is Ectoin^®?

Ectoin^® is a natural molecule belonging to the group of extremolytes, which are substances produced by extremophilic microorganisms that thrive in harsh environments like salt lakes, deserts, and polar ice. These microorganisms use Ectoin to protect themselves from extreme conditions such as high UV radiation, dryness, and salinity.

When was it discovered?

Ectoin^® was discovered in 1986 by German scientists led by Prof. Dr. Galinski in the Egyptian desert, where they identified microorganisms thriving in highly saline environments. The key to their survival was Ectoin, a molecule that stabilizes cells and protects them from environmental stress.

How does it work ?

Ectoin^® forms a protective Hydro-Complex around cells, helping to maintain the stability and integrity of cellular membranes. This shield prevents stress-induced damage by binding water molecules, thus preserving cellular hydration and stopping inflammatory processes. Ectoin’s ability to reduce oxidative stress and modulate inflammatory responses makes it a powerful natural ingredient for medical and cosmetic applications.

“Ectoin^® is a unique natural phenomenon that, through its remarkable properties, provides the strongest known natural cell protection”

Prof. Dr. Dieter Oesterhelt,
Max Planck Institute Lasker Award Winner 2021
Cosmetics Ingredient of the Year 2024

Top Claims for Cosmetic Usage:

1. Protection
   Anti – pollution: Reduction of pollution-induced skin damage by 48% (in vivo) Blue light: Reduction of blue light-induced oxidative stress, pigmentation (ex vivo) and DNA damage (in vitro) UV: 100% protection of epidermal immune cells from UV (in vivo)
2. Repair
   Skin barrier repair: Reduction of skin redness (38%) and TEWL (28%) (in vivo) after skin barrier damage Anti-inflammatory: Reduction of skin redness and TEWL by 46% (in vivo) after retinol induced irritation Scalp care: improvement of scalp dryness (- 55.5%), scalp redness (- 100%), dandruff (- 59.4%) and scalp irritation (- 65.8%)
3. Alteration
   Anti-aging: Improvement of skin scaling (- 76%), roughness by (- 86%) and elasticity (+ 82.4%) Brightening & lightening: Improvement of skin lightness (+ 3%), skin pigmentation (- 28%) and variation between spot and normal skin (- 22%) (in vivo)
   
4. Support
   Long-lasting hydration: Hydration level increased up to 200% (compared to placebo), with long-term effect even after stop of application Microbiome support: microbiome friendly, no negative impact on the natural human microbiome
   

DERMATOLOGY STUDY
Reduces Atopic Dermatitis Symptoms by 50%

Source: Bitop

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