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I-Pep Carnosine, also known as Decarboxy Carnosine HCl (INCI name), is a cutting-edge carnosine derived from biotechnology and renowned for its remarkable anti-glycation properties. First discovered in crab heart tissue in 1973, I-Pep Carnosine is a stable, advanced alternative to traditional carnosine, resisting degradation by carnosinase and offering superior efficacy.
Benefits:
- Anti-Glycation: Reduces the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) to combat skin aging and damage.
- Skin Brightening: Improves skin tone and brightness, as evidenced by in vivo efficacy tests.
- Anti-Aging: Mitigates the effects of AGEs on collagen degradation, maintaining skin firmness and elasticity.
- Mitochondrial Protection: Inhibits mitochondrial superoxide levels induced by oxidative stress, ensuring cellular vitality.
- Safe and Non-Irritating: Proven to be non-irritant through patch tests and ocular irritation studies.
- Stable and Reliable: More stable than carnosine in the presence of carnosinase, ensuring consistent quality and efficacy.
I-Pep Carnosine is suitable for incorporation into anti-aging creams, serums, and multifunctional skincare products at a recommended concentration of 0.5%–1.5%. It is COSMOS-approved and compatible with a wide range of formulations.