“Delicacies” for the skin: vitamins, saturated and unsaturated fatty acids

The skin is the largest human organ and performs many functions:

including protection from external factors,
body temperature regulation,
excretion of metabolic products
participation in the synthesis of vitamin D
iochemical reactions in the skin play an important role in maintaining its health and functioning.
Collagen and Elastin Synthesis
Melanin Synthesis
Lipid metabolism
Inflammatory reactions
Antioxidant Protection
Sweat Secretion
Vitamin D Metabolism.

Vitamin catalysts of chemical reactions

Catalysts are substances that speed up chemical reactions without being consumed and remain unchanged after the completion of the reaction.

Vitamins play an important role in regulating and accelerating various biochemical processes in the body, ensuring its normal functioning. Proper nutrition and getting enough vitamins and nutrients from food is important for overall health and skin condition. However, it is also important to apply topical skin care products containing vitamins, as they can locally address specific problems or firm the skin.

Absorption of vitamins through the skin

Skin absorption of vitamins, also known as transdermal absorption, is the process by which vitamins and other nutrients enter the bloodstream through the skin.

It is worth noting that transdermal absorption of vitamins is generally less effective than nutrient intake through food or vitamin supplements. This is because the skin serves as a barrier to protect the body from harmful substances and infections. Transdermal absorption of vitamins is possible due to small molecules and special carriers that can penetrate the top layer of the skin (epidermis) and reach deeper layers, including blood vessels.
However, the degree of absorption of vitamins through the skin depends on several factors: Molecule Size, Lipidity, Product Ingredients, Skin condition

TOP 5 vitamins important for the normal functioning of the skin

vitamin A
vitamin C
vitamin E
niacinamide
panthenol

Vitamin A

Vitamin A plays a critical role in skin health. It is a key ingredient in maintaining normal skin function, regulating cell growth and differentiation, and protecting against damage and maintaining overall skin health.
Vitamin A has a fat-soluble molecular form. It is present in the body in several forms, including retinol, retinoic acid, and retinol-like compounds.

Grandactive retinoid 2% (retinoid HPR)

The latest generation retinoid is retinoic acid ester. Does not convert to retinaldehyde and retinoic acid.
Binds to retinoid receptors on skin cells
Regulates the transfer of genetic information from DNA to RNA, stimulates the synthesis of collagen and moisturizing glycosaminoglycans
Regulates the transfer of genetic information from DNA to RNA, stimulates the synthesis of collagen and moisturizing glycosaminoglycans
It does not cause side effects, because it avoids metabolic breakdown, the components of which cause side effects and allergic reactions.
Suppresses the activity of matrix metalloproteinases – enzymes that destroy collagen, which are activated by UVB radiation and other pathological factors.
Thins the upper stratum corneum of the epidermis, which leads to a reduction in wrinkles.
Normalizes the processes of keratinization

HPR serum with granactive retinoid 2%

Powerful skin cell renewal
Regulation of keratinization at all levels
Correction of acne-like rashes
Made in Switzerland

Ingredients: RENOVAGE, GRANDACTIVE RETINOID 2% (Retinoid HPR), SWEET ALMOND OIL, GRAPE SEED OIL
Oily texture enhances transdermal absorption. Not comedogenic!

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Ascorbic acid plays an important role in hydroxylation reactions that involve collagen synthesis, providing strength to connective tissues, and is also involved in iron metabolism.

Vitamin C is used in cosmetics in various forms such as L-ascorbic acid, ascorbyl palmitate, ascorbyl glucoside, etc. These forms help improve skin condition, stimulate collagen, lighten pigmentation, and protect against oxidative stress.

Ascorbyl glucoside differs from other forms of vitamin C in the following ways:

Stability
Mild to the skin
Pigmentation Lightening
Collagen Stimulation

Vita-active peptide serum

Restoration of the lipid barrier of the skin
Increase skin firmness and elasticity
Revitalization and skin lightening

Ingredients: ACETIL HEXAPEPTIDE 8, VITAMINS B3, A, C, E, GROWTH FACTORS

Vitamin E

Vitamin E (tocopherol) is an important antioxidant. It helps protect cells from free radical damage that can result from UV exposure, pollution, stress, and other environmental factors.
Tocopherol acetate
Alpha tocopherol
Tocopheryl linoleate
Tocopheryl succinate

Сalming light cream

• Gel texture
• Instant calming effect
• Peptide effect on the neuroreceptor apparatus
Ingredients: PALMITOIL TRIPEPTIDE-8, SQUALANE, ASCOPHILLUM EXTRACT, WHITE WILLOW BARK, UNISPHERES OF VITAMIN E

Synergy Vitamin C + E

The interaction of vitamin C and vitamin E in the skin is an important aspect of their combined use. They complement each other.

Antioxidant synergy
Vitamin E Regeneration
UV Protection
Collagen Stimulation and Skin Renewal
Reduce the visibility of age spots and redness

Renew lifting cream

Global reconstruction of the extracellular matrix
Record increase in elastin synthesis by 15%
Reducing pigmentation and age-related red spots

Ingredients: IDEALIFT, CHROMOCARE, NATURAL SILK POWDER, TOCOFEROL ACETATE, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, RETINYL PALMITATE

Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)

Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) has several positive effects on the skin:

Moisturizing and barrier function.
Reducing Inflammation.
Improve skin texture and tone.
Protection against oxidative stress.
Reduced hyperpigmentation.
Niacinamide is the most common form of vitamin B3. With moisturizing and soothing properties, it helps to improve the skin’s barrier function, reduce inflammation and improve overall skin condition, reduce the appearance of pores and reduce hyperpigmentation.
Niacinamide PC is a modernized formula of the well-known vitamin B3, but without the side effects of burning, feeling hot and warm. Improves microcirculation, which is especially important in cases of congestive post-inflammatory spots. Promotes brightening by reducing the movement of melanosomes. According to the latest scientific studies, Niacinamide PC is very effective against UV radiation (sunlight and blue light from gadget screens): it reduces the induction of ROS caused by blue light by 48%, reduces oxidative stress in the skin, preventing damage to proteins and lipids; significantly activates the repair of DNA damage caused by ultraviolet radiation.

Melano-block serum

Interacts with the skin microbiome
Perfectly even skin tone
Protection of cellular DNA from UV radiation from UV radiation
Made in Switzerland
Ingredients: BRIGHTENYL® , FLASHWHITE UNISPHERES®, UNITAMURON H-22 ASYNTRA®SL, NIACINAMIDE PC

Panthenol (provitamin B5)

Panthenol (provitamin B5) is a substance that has a number of beneficial properties: moisturizes, soothes and maintains healthy skin. Its action is based on its ability to penetrate the skin and turn into its active form – pantothenic acid.
Skin healing and renewal
Moisturizing
Calming properties
Antioxidant Properties

LIPID MANTLE

Lipid mantle, “lipid barrier” or “hydro-lipid layer”- this is a layer of lipids on the surface of the skin that plays a key role in maintaining the health of the skin and its functionality. This mantle is made up of fats, wax and other lipid substances that are produced by the sebaceous glands and other skin cells.

Fatty acids from a biochemical point of view

Lipid barrier: Fatty acids contribute to the formation of a lipid barrier on the surface of the skin, which protects against environmental influences, ultraviolet radiation and infections.
Fatty acids are important components that play a key role in the biochemical processes in the skin. They are the main structural components of cell membranes, and also provide energy, participate in the synthesis of lipids and other molecules.
The overall composition and ratio of various fatty acids affects the health and condition of the skin. Eating fatty acids through food or using beauty products with them can help maintain health and improve the appearance of the skin.
Structural role: Fatty acids are the building blocks for cell membranes. They are embedded in lipid bilayers that form double layers of membranes, providing structural integrity to cells and regulating cell permeability.
Barrier to Moisture Loss: Fatty acids in the skin help create a barrier that prevents moisture loss and retains moisture in the epidermis. This is important to maintain skin hydration levels.
Inflammatory processes and immunity: Some fatty acids, such as omega-3 and omega-6, can influence skin inflammation and the immune response. They may have anti-inflammatory properties and be involved in regulating the immune system.
Synthesis of lipids and molecules: Fatty acids are precursors for the synthesis of various lipids and other biochemically important molecules such as hormones.
Antioxidant Protection: Some fatty acids have antioxidant properties, helping to protect skin cells from free radical damage.
Moisture and sebum regulation: Fatty acids help regulate the production of sebum, the natural oil secreted by the skin. This affects the level of hydration and comfort of the skin.

Replaced (saturated) and essential (unsaturated) fatty acids:

Replaced Fatty Acids: The body can synthesize these fatty acids on its own from other molecules. They are not considered essential in the diet.
Essential Fatty Acids: The body cannot synthesize these fatty acids on its own, so they must be supplied through the diet. This includes fatty acids such as omega-3 and omega-6.

TOP 5 essential fatty acids for skin

• Sphingolipids
• Oleic acid
• Linoleic acid
• Palmitic Acid
• Linolenic acid

Where can you find essential fatty acids?