MARINE – Z (PHYCOSACCHARIDE ACG)

Natural active ingredient for problem and oily skin
INCI: Glycerin, Water, Hydrolyzed Algin, Zinc Sulfate

Description
Marine – Z is a highly effective, natural marine active ingredient designed for the care of skin with imperfections – especially acne-prone, oily, irritated, and sensitive skin. It is derived from polysaccharides of the brown alga Laminaria and complexed with zinc, which helps inhibit the growth of unwanted microorganisms on the skin.
The inspiration for this ingredient's action comes from the natural defense system developed between algae and their symbiotic microorganisms. This synergy acts antibacterially, anti-inflammatorily, regeneratively, and with a mattifying effect.

Benefits and action
• ✔ Regulates excessive sebum secretion
• ✔ Inhibits bacterial growth (P. acnes, S. aureus, M. furfur)
• ✔ Reduces inflammatory processes and soothes irritated skin
• ✔ Accelerates wound healing and skin regeneration
• ✔ Mattifies the skin and improves its appearance
• ✔ Reduces the size and number of acne lesions
• ✔ Skin-friendly, forms a soft protective film on the skin

Recommended use
• Active ingredient in products for acne, oily skin, and sensitive complexion
• Formulations for teenage and blemished skin
• Care products for oily scalp prone to dandruff or eczema

Water-soluble
Add at temperatures below 40 °C
Dosage: 2–5 %
Storage: in a cool, dry place, protected from sunlight
Suitable for natural and organic cosmetics (ISO 16128 – 100% natural origin)
Free from added preservatives and additives

Proven efficacy
In vitro tests:

• –26% reduction in sebum production
• –70% growth of P. acnes
• –36% growth of S. aureus
• +136% growth of keratinocytes (healing)
• –81% IL1A, –46% PGE2 (reduction of inflammatory mediators)

In vivo tests (20 volunteers, 14–30 years):
• After 4 days: noticeably smaller acne lesions
• After 28 days:

• –22% inflammations
• –57% less sebum
• –44% retention lesions
• –18% comedones
• –26% microcysts
• –13 mm² reduced lesion area

Ideal ingredient for products:

• Creams, serums, and tonics for acne and oily skin
• Cleansers and masks for blemished or teenage complexion
• Šamponi, lotions, and serums for oily or irritated scalp

With Marine – Z you can create effective, safe, and completely natural products that truly help troubled skin.