Written by Jessica Patella, ND. This cell study demonstrated that the antioxidant properties of crocin, a constituent of saffron, protected the skin from ultraviolet light (UVB)-induced photo-aging. Ultraviolet radiation is one of the largest contributors to skin...
BioCell Collagen Protects against UVB-induced Photoaging in Mice
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Study demonstrates that supplementation with BioCell Collagen®, a novel hydrolyzed chicken sternal cartilage with chondroitin sulfate and hyaluronic acid, reduces UVB-induced photoaging in hairless mice. The skin, a functioning organ vital...
Pomegranate Juice Extract Protects Against UVB-Induced Skin Damage
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Daily oral pomegranate consumption may lead to enhanced protection from UV photodamage. Both in vitro and in vivo studies have validated the ability of pomegranate to reduce UVB-induced skin damage when applied topically or consumed. The ...
Lycopene-Rich Tomato Nutrient Complex Protects against UV Radiation
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Lycoderm, a carotenoid-rich tomato nutrient, significantly protected against UVB-induced erythema and significantly reduced skin inflammation by attenuating levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNFα and IL-6. In a previous...
Dietary Astaxanthin Protects Against UVA-Induced Skin Damage
Written by Angeline A. De Leon, Staff Writer. Astaxanthin supplementation significantly improved wrinkle formation and skin moisturization in the participating six-week old hairless mice. As the outermost barrier of the body, the skin, through continuous direct...