Plants use osmolytes in dry environment. They load their cells with organic osmolytes to increase water retention within the cells.
Marine Animals use osmolytes to match the osmolarity of the surroundings and to counteract the effect of hydrostatic pressure.
Mammals Osmolytes are found in high concentration in the kidneys of many mammals to help balance the blood osmolarity.
Supports skin metabolism Water is essential for the skin’s metabolic processes, including keratinization, where keratin proteins form the outer layer of the skin.
Ensures correct enzyme function Enzymes in the skin require water to function correctly. This is crucial for processes like desquamation, where old skin cells are shed to make way for new ones.
Maintains tissue elasticity Water helps maintain the elasticity and suppleness of skin tissues, keeping the skin flexible and resilient.
Preserves skin barrier functions Water plays a vital role in preserving the skin’s barrier functions, which protect against microbial, physical, and mechanical threats.
Moisturization According to a clinical study on volunteers with dry skin, GENENCARE® OSMS BA betaine contributes to significantly improve skin moisturization up to 6 hours and reduce visual dryness up to 24 hours after a single application1.
Strengthens Skin Barrier According to a clinical study on volunteers, GENENCARE® OSMS BA betaine contributes to significantly reduce Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) over 4 weeks of daily use, with a remaining effect of a few days after the last application. Reduction of the TEWL is an indication of a stronger skin barrier.
Synergy with Glycerin According to a sensory evaluation by trained experts, GENENCARE® OSMS BA contributes to significantly reduce the sticky feeling of glycerin during pick up and application and helps provide a silky feeling2. In rinse-off formulas, it helps to improve the foam volume and stability.
HydraPearl Face Serum A translucent gel with suspended blue oil droplets, this formula features osmolytes to moisturize, protect and energize your skin.
Neck & Body Serum Enriched with a high amount of GENENCARE® OSMS MI known for increasing skin elasticity and firmness.
Clay Mask Stick This solid mask features natural inositol to help energize and oxygenate the skin while contributing to improve skin elasticity.
Foam Body Lotion A foam-format leave-on body lotion containing the moisturizing osmolyte GENENCARE® OSMS BA.
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