BASF launches biomimetic peptides

BASF Care Creations has launched Peptovitae, a series of four patented peptides for skin care applications. The roll-out has started in Asia and the products will be made available in other regions during the course of 2022.

The range was developed in Asia via an exclusive relationship with Caregen, a Korean specialist in biomimetic peptide R&D. Each addresses specific skin are issues: combatting the signs of ageing (Peptovitae Matrix), enhancing skin brightness (Peptovitae Bright), soothing skin prone to dryness and itching (Peptovitae Derma), and calming and moisturizing skin (Peptovitae Clear).

The double-layered, liposome-based encapsulation system used in the series “allows finished products to deliver the benefit of these biomimetic peptides to skin appearance”, BASF said.

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