Lycopene: all the properties and benefits for the skin

In most red or pink fruits, there is lycopene, a... natural antioxidant That protects from damage caused by the sun while also stimulating cell turnover. Tomatoes, for example, are famously rich in lycopene: a red nutrient belonging to the carotenoid family, which helps the skin stay young, fresh, and healthy. 

I cosmetic products based on lycopene they bring various benefits to the skin and beyond: lycopene, in fact, is a dietary antioxidant known for prevent skin photodamage. In this article, we will explore the properties of lycopene and its extraordinary benefits for the skin, and we will discover the latest news in cosmetics and skincare. 

What is lycopene?

I carotenoids constitute a large group of plant pigments with strong antioxidant properties that are commonly ingested by humans through fruits and vegetables. Lycopene is a hydrocarbon carotenoid abundantly found in tomatoes and has recently attracted considerable attention for the multiple health benefits it provides. 

One of the major effects of lycopene concerns the protection from damage caused by UV solar rays "...by causing oxidative stress, contribute to skin aging. Particularly strong antioxidants reduce stress in the skin and help prevent or reverse collagen damage. Specifically, lycopene prevents:"

•  the discoloration of the skin;
• the changes in skin consistency when it is tired or stressed.

In the end, reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Lycopene is suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive."deal for those suffering from imperfections such as enlarged pores due to its astringent action". 

Calms the inflammatory processes of the body and reduces redness and irritation. It is particularly effective. indicated as an active ingredient for those who suffer from acne and have oily and combination skin. 

How is lycopene used?

Lycopene has been extensively studied for its protective properties due to its free radical scavenging and antioxidant power: a diet rich in lycopene protects against UV rays and prepares the skin for sun exposure. Eating plenty of tomatoes can therefore help increase the presence of lycopene in the body. 

Unfortunately, a diet rich in lycopene is not enough to protect the skin: for this reason, it was created Hydropom®, a functional substance for topical use that provides the right amount of lycopene which allows for effective protection against UV rays in instant and uniform results. 

Hydropom® proves to be an excellent ally against environmental pollution and has many other advantages because it is:

• Completely water-soluble
• Completely solvent-free
• Does not require solvents or dispersing agents
• It has no unpleasant odor.
• Does not impart unwanted colors
• Does not interfere with the stability of emulsions.

For these reasons it is an innovative active ingredient if used in cosmetic products such as creams and serums for the face. Hydropom® it was tested for its capabilities of protect the skin from pollution: this active ingredient therefore increases the skin's defenses against the harmful substances that inhabit our cities and with which we come into regular contact.

Hydropom®: what it is and how it works 

Hydropom® is a water-based product containing lycopene specifically created for the cosmetic sector by the laboratories of Phenbiox. The uniqueness of Hydropom® lies in the exclusive patented technology of Phenbiox to extract an ingredient capable of protecting the skin from pollution, UV rays, and rich in antioxidant properties completely soluble in water. 

The innovative prbioliquefaction process of the Italian company allows to obtain a 100% natural origin functional substance directly from raw materials derived from by-products of the food industry that would otherwise be discarded. The technology developed by Phenbiox is called A.M.C. (Aquose Microdisperse Carotenoids) and combines bioliquefaction with the micro-dispersion of oil-soluble molecules in the aqueous phase. 

It is a dilution process and not an extraction in which, thanks to a series of enzymes, the molecular substance transforms into liquid allowing for the recovery of the maximum possible amount of material without altering it. The reaction is based on enzymatic biocatalysts that allow for the hydrolysis of the plant structure and that make the active ingredient more effective and rapidly acting, precisely due to the release of the phytocomplexes with low molecular weight that penetrate deeply. 

This totally green and low-impact technology generates no waste and does not require the use of solvents: for this reason, effective and environmentally safe extracts are obtained. Hydropom® is a plant extract rich in bioavailable active molecules, completely water-based, which does not contain glycerin, alcohols, glycols, or other solvents. Furthermore, Hydropom® is the first product containing lycopene specifically created for the cosmetic sector.

Lycoglow: the illuminating serum with Hydropom®

To get the most out of this innovative functional substance, we chose to include a percentage of Hydropom® within a face serum with a brightening and protective formulation. The Lycoglow face serum it acts on clean skin and is easily absorbed: just a few drops every day are enough to achieve constant and active protection for your skin. 

Lycoglow contains various ingredients capable of providing an effective shield against daily attacks from UV solar rays, blue light, pollution, and at the same time improves hydration and prevents skin peeling. It also contains a naturally illuminating active ingredient that gives the skin a healthy, youthful, and radiant appearance.