Adelline's Magic Book of Ingredients

What is Noni Fruit? A Noni fruit comes from the Southeast Asian tree called the Noni tree, or Morinda citrifolia. It’s also called the “cheese fruit” tree, because the Noni fruit is famous for its “cheesy” smell. Some people even call it the “vomit fruit” tree, because it can smell very ripe and pungent when it is ripening. They weren’t widely cultivated or eaten for this reason.  Why is Noni Fruit used in Skincare? Traditionally, Noni fruit juices and peels were used as anti-inflammatory agents against insect stings and such. Recently, scientists have conducted studies which show that noni fruit...

What is Hyaluronic Acid? Hyaluronic Acid is a chemical with a unique capacity to bind and retain water molecules. It is a carbohydrate polymer that is a “lubricant” for cells. It moves nutrients and molecules in between cells and plays an important role in the regeneration of cells and healing of wounds. In addition to its use in cosmetics, Hyaluronic acid is also a prime research subject in the field of joint pain and lubrication.  Why is Hyaluronic Acid used in Skincare? 50% of the hyaluronic acid in the human body is found in the skin. Hyaluronic acid is concentrated...

What is Shea Butter? Shea butter is a fat extracted from the nut of the African shea tree. It is usually yellow in color when raw. The Shea tree, or Vitellaria paradoxa, is a deciduous tree usually 7–15m tall, with the tallest around 25m or so tall. The shea tree is a traditional food plant in Central Africa. The tree starts bearing its first fruit when it is 10 to 15 years old; full production is attained when the tree is about 20 to 30 years old. It then produces nuts for up to 200 years. The fruits resemble large...

What is Pseudoalteromonas? What is Antarcticine? Pseudoalteromonas Antarctica was isolated and characterized from a Spanish scientific expedition to Antarctica. During growth, the bacteria produced an extracellular material, a glycoprotein believed to help the bacteria retain water, adhere to surfaces, and withstand the extreme cold. This material, isolated and produced by the scientists at Lipotec, is called Antarcticine.  Why is Pseudoalteromonas used in Skincare? This glycoprotein protects the skin from dryness and strengthens the skin’s cohesion, thus reducing wrinkles. It stimulates the formation of collagen I and IV as well as elastin, thus restructuring the skin, which is protected under the...

What is Thermus Thermophilus? What is Venuceane? Thermus Thermophlius are a type of ocean bacteria found in deep sea hydrothermal vents, under extreme conditions (over 2000m depth, 75 degree C temperature, and 200 bars pressure). This bacteria’s ability to survive and thrive in such an extreme environment has attracted scientific attention. Venuceane is a trademarked compound based on the Thermus Thermophilus designed by Cellbone Technology.   Why is Thermus Thermophilus used in Skincare? Cellbone Technology describes their compound as based on a “biotechnical product obtained from the culture of Thermus Thermophilus”. It is a heat-activated strong antioxidant, and it has...