A few weeks ago we presented botox-like active ingredients , these natural ingredients with muscle-relaxing properties similar to those of Botox, this is particularly the case for Spilanthes (Spilanthes acmella), also known as “ Brède Mafane”. This herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia and South America, traditionally used in medicine for its analgesic properties, contains Spilanthol, a molecule increasingly used in the cosmetics sector for its anti-inflammatory properties. age.
Muscle relaxant properties similar to those of Botox
Spilanthes is known for its muscle relaxant effects, that is to say it helps to relax the facial muscles. When applied to the skin in the form of serum or oil, this active ingredient reduces tension in facial muscles and minimizes the appearance of expression lines.
A powerful antioxidant
Spilanthes is rich in flavonoids and phenolic compounds, powerful antioxidants that protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Indeed, these harmful molecules, produced by factors such as pollution, stress or exposure to the sun, are one of the main causes of premature aging of the skin.
An active ingredient with anti-inflammatory properties
Mature skin is often more prone to inflammation which can accelerate the aging process. Thanks to its active compounds, Spilanthes has anti-inflammatory properties that help soothe the skin, reduce redness and prevent cellular damage that can lead to premature aging.
A Botox-like active ingredient that stimulates collagen production
Aging skin is often associated with a decrease in the production of collagen, a protein essential for keeping skin firm and elastic. Studies have shown that Spilanthes extracts can stimulate the production of fibroblasts, the cells responsible for producing collagen. This process helps strengthen the skin's structure, firming it and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Spilanthes is a powerful natural anti-aging agent, considered a Botox-like active ingredient, it acts directly on the skin's neurotransmitters to limit facial muscular contractions and provide an immediate smoothing and lifting effect after application, it is for these reasons that we selected it for the formulation of our anti-aging oil TensioLift and combined with two other active ingredients, astragalus and Coenzyme Q10 to form LIFT Oléoactif ®, a powerful anti-aging complex which acts immediately on the skin thanks to the instant tightening effect of Spilanthes and lastingly thanks to the two other active ingredients which act in depth to boost collagen production.
(1) Prachayasittikul, V., Prachayasittikul, S., Ruchirawat, S., Prachayasittikul, V. (2013). High therapeutic potential of Spilanthes acmella: A review , EXCLI: Experimental and Clinical Sciences Journal.
