Undaria Pinnatifida Extract is an extract of the Alga, Undaria pinnatifida, Alariaceae. Undaria pinnatifida. Sea Mustard, Wakame, Japanese Kelp. The algae has resistance against harsh environmental stress (UV light, water movements and abrasions) that is related to its content of a special sulphated polysaccharide called fucoidan that protects the algae’s body wall from losing integrity and stability. It contains proteins, lipids, micronutrients, vitamins and sugar that lead to a revitalizing and energizing action on skin cells. It has been reported that fucoidan has radical scavenging and hyaluronidase inhibitory properties. It is these properties that make Wakame a useful antiaging active ingredient in cosmetics. Supplier: Crodarom produces a glycerin/aqueous extract of U. pinnatifida (Phytessence Wakame) and has shown that the protection of hyaluronic acid degradation by inhibition of hyaluronidase enzyme activity prevents deterioration of skin tissues, decrease of dermal thickness and improved firmness.

Source: Dweck, Anthony. Handbook of Cosmetic Ingredients: - their use, safety and toxicology (Dweck Books 5)

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