Carnosine
Natural dipeptide with exceptional anti-glycation and antioxidant properties. Carnosine protects collagen and elastin from degradation, slowing down the skin aging process at the molecular level.
What is it?
Carnosine is a dipeptide (beta-alanyl-L-histidine) that is naturally found in muscles and the brain. A powerful anti-glycation agent: protects proteins (collagen, elastin) from Advanced Glycation End-products (AGEs) — damage caused by sugar that leads to yellow tone and wrinkles. INCI: Carnosine.
Used in anti-aging serums and creams, especially effective for the skin of people with high sugar intake or premature aging. Works well with vitamin C and peptides.
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Glycation is the process by which sugar damages proteins (formation of AGEs). In the skin, this manifests as a yellowish tone, reduced elasticity, and wrinkles. Carnosine prevents this process, which is especially important in a high-sugar diet.
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