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BASF Releases New Bioactive Ingredient for Tired & Sensitive Skin

Published on 2019-10-01. Edited By : SpecialChem

TAGS:  Skin Care      Natural/ Organic   

BASF-inolixir-for-healthy-skinBASF has released a new bioactive ingredient Inolixir™ that promotes skin health with a dual action approach and produces quick and long-lasting results for tired and sensitive skin. It is extracted from the chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus), native to the Northern Canadian forest.

Inolixir™ Fortifies Skin


  • The hyper-concentrated bioactive ingredient is a 100% natural extract obtained using an innovative eco-friendly technology, subcritical water extraction.
  • This method uses pressurized water heated to between 100 °C and 374 °C for extraction, instead of organic solvents.
  • It fortifies the skin’s natural protection system with its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • It strengthens barrier function and the microvascular network by working on all fronts to return skin to a healthier condition, with visible results on fine lines, dark-circles and redness.

Chaga Mushroom Extract Promotes Skin Care


  • The chaga mushroom has both traditional and modern uses and is a superfood renowned for various health benefits.
  • The scientists at BASF have now harnessed the chaga mushroom’s power to use in skin care products with Inolixir™.
  • To cater to the worldwide consumer trend of looking for cosmetic products with natural ingredients.

Dual Action Bioactive Ingredient


Inolixir™ works in two ways:

  • Firstly, it offers a wellness approach proven to be effective on tired and stressed skin.
  • The participants of the study reported that Inolixir was as effective as a five-day relaxation cure in mitigating fatigue lines, dark circles and dullness.
  • Secondly, the bioactive ingredient to present dermocosmetic solutions for sensitive skin.
  • It offers anti-redness and anti-dullness benefits.
  • 85% of study participants to perceive a health benefit for their skin and 91% to report increased skin comfort within 7 to 28 days of application.


Source: BASF
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