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Elzbieta Kasprzyk
The Next Generation of Natural Proteins For Skin and Hair
In‐Cosmetics Milan 2011
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Essential building blocks of skin & hair,
proteins offer recognized protection and
nutrition for a healthy, vibrant look.
• Macromolecules constructed from one or more unbranched
chains of amino acids
polymers
• A typical biological protein contains 200‐300 amino acids
• A typical cosmetic protein contains 5‐25 amino acids
Proteins are the Building Blocks of Life
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together, and provides structure and firmness to
the body tissues including the skin.
Collagen is the cement that holds everything
providing a bounce‐back reaction if skin is pulled
Elastin helps to keep skin flexible but tight,
waterproofs the skin surface.
Keratin gives skin its strength and flexibility and
Three types of protein are found in the skin:
Proteins make up approximately 25% of
the largest organ in the human body—
the skin.
The Role of Proteins in Skin
Dry Skin
Moisturized Skin
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Sun‐damaged Collagen Network
Normal Collagen Network
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When its proteins are damaged by
UV rays, free radicals, pollution,
smoking and other factors, the
structure becomes distorted,
leading to poor skin texture,
wrinkles and other imperfections.
The skin is our first line of protection
from the harsh effects
of aging and the environment.
The Role of Proteins in Skin
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These factors cause chemical degradation of lipids
and proteins, as well as abrasion of the protein
layers.
Damage to the hair structure and reduction in the
strength of the hair fiber are caused by daily
stressors such as:
– Exposure to sunlight
– Daily grooming ‐ shampooing, combing, ...