Lubrizol has revealed the efficacy data of its microencapsulated curcumin ingredient for beauty-from-within nutraceutical applications.
Curcushine was found to deliver improved skin radiance, reduced wrinkle depth and other skin benefits in a clinical study published in Agro Food Industry Hi Tech.
The study tested 63 women between the ages of 21 to 50 who said they had facial skin imperfections.
Participants consumed Curcushine microcapsules or a placebo daily for 42 days.
Participants who took Curcushine microcapsules were reported to have improved skin radiance, reduced wrinkle depth, and enhanced overall skin appearance in just six weeks, including:
- An increase in skin luminosity by up to 19%, and skin homogeneity by up to 69%
- An improvement in the L* parameter (degree of brightness) for facial skin
- A reduction in dark spots of up to 8%
- A reduction of the wrinkle volume in the outer corners of the eyes, known as the crow’s feet region, by 10.32% on average
- A reduction in wrinkle volume in the forehead area by an average of 5.14%
The findings build on a previous in vitro study that highlighted the ability of Curcushine microcapsules to shield collagen and elastin from oxidative and inflammatory damage.
“Ageing gracefully is a growing concern among younger adults, including Gen Z and Millennials,” said Isabel Gómez, global marketing manager for Lubrizol Nutraceuticals.
“By leveraging the power of curcumin for skin rejuvenation, we are proud to be able to deliver the high performance consumers are looking for with our now clinically proven Curcushine ingredient for beauty from within.”
