MARINE INGREDIENTS
Nannoplankton bioactive for eye contour repair
Pilar Águila, Juan Pablo De la Roche, Arancha Barata – MC Actives & Microalgae Solutions ABSTRACT
In the open ocean, marine life thrives in a fragile balance of crystalline, nutrient- poor waters. There, a micro-ecosystem known as nannoplankton flourishes by producing molecules such as polyphenols, saccharides, and enzymes that protect their cells from photodamage and marine pollution. MC Actives and Microalgae Solutions have developed OpenSee Phycoskin®, a marine nannoplankton extract for eye contour repair. The bioactive molecules of this marine ingredient improve skin integrity by addressing the problems induced by the natural ageing process and the impact of extrinsic factors that lead to thinning of the skin, accumulation of water and fat, and impairment of the skin’s epidermal and dermal structures. Its amazing 360° effect reduces eye bags, wrinkles, drooping eyelids, and dark circles.
The health of the skin around the eye is influenced by a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic factors, both playing pivotal roles in determining its overall wellbeing. Intrinsic factors encompass genetic predispositions, ageing, and individual skin characteristics. As we age, the skin naturally loses collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles and sagging around the eyes. Extrinsic factors, on the other hand, involve
external elements such as sun exposure, environmental pollutants, and lifestyle choices. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays can accelerate the ageing process and contribute to fine lines and dark circles. Furthermore, lifestyle habits like smoking and poor nutrition can exacerbate skin damage. The eye contour is a delicate area where
skin deterioration is even more pronounced, leading to the appearance of undesirable external signs: drooping eyelids, lateral canthal lines (also known as crow’s feet), eye bags and dark circles. Drooping eyelids occur when upper eyelid
margins scroll down. Causes include muscular and nervous issues, but poor skin integrity and ageing contribute to laxity.1
There exists
a conjunctive layer that works as a cover for muscles and connects them to other parts of the eye. External and internal factors can cause the degradation of collagen and elastin, causing a
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loss of integrity in the dermal matrix. Moreover, ROS can act by attacking the epidermis and, hence, promoting a loss in the epidermic strength. This fact causes a general loss of integrity and elasticity that makes the eyelid to scroll down. Lateral canthal lines, or crow’s feet, are
wrinkles formed on the lateral side of the eye that appear with age. Facial expression promotes the appearance of this characteristic due to the contractions of the lateral orbicularis oculi muscle. Conditions such as ptosis or skin weakness may accentuate the occurrence of lateral canthal lines.2 Eye bags are formed by swelling in
the eye’s orbits. They are caused by an accumulation of fluid around the eyes, which is related to the size of the fat layer known as sub-orbicularis oculi fat (SOOF).3
caused by various factors including ageing, medical conditions,4
poor daily habits, and
hormonal variations. Dark circles are pigment macules located
on the infraorbital areas. They are caused by diverse factors that include dermal melanin deposition,5
post-inflammatory
hyperpigmentation, periorbital edema or angiogenesis increase. In some cases, prominent vessels are
present due to a lack of collagen or fat, thin skin or a high density of vessels. Vascular
They can be
endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A) is known to promote blood vessel growth. As VEGF-A is expressed, angiogenesis, is promoted and pigmentation is augmented.6 There is a need to incorporate bioactive
molecules into the skin system that aim to decrease or eliminate the causes of the ageing signs on the eye contour. Those molecules are antioxidants, collagen and elastin promoters, whitening agents, VEGF-A regulators molecules and moisturizers.
How marine molecules can restore eye-contour beauty Nannoplankton, primarily referring to tiny phytoplankton, inhabits the vast expanse of the open sea, dwelling within the nekton marine environment. These minuscule organisms, often equipped with intricate calcium carbonate structures, form a crucial part of the ocean’s microscopic community. Endowed with an incredible ability to adapt,
they have developed mechanisms to withstand the harsh effects of UV radiation in their sunlit habitat. Their resilience in oligotrophic conditions, characterized by nutrient-poor waters, showcases their adeptness in efficiently utilizing limited resources. Despite their small size, these algae play a
pivotal role in nutrient cycling, maintaining a delicate balance that sustains the larger marine
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