Clariant’s CycloRetin Taps Cyclic Peptides for a Retinol and Bakuchiol Alternative

CycloRetin's heterophyllin B molecule is a cyclic peptide that enhances skin matrix production, per Clariant, thereby improving collagen and reducing the signs of aging.
CycloRetin's heterophyllin B molecule is a cyclic peptide that enhances skin matrix production, per Clariant, thereby improving collagen and reducing the signs of aging.
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Clariant has formulated CycloRetin into two concept formulations, a Firming Mask and Mask Mist, which will be presented at in-cosmetics.Clariant has formulated CycloRetin into two concept formulations, a Firming Mask and Mask Mist, which will be presented at in-cosmetics.ClariantClariant’s new CycloRetin natural skin care active, which will debut at in-cosmetics Global 2024 in Paris, is a prince ginseng-derived material that generates benefits similar to, but gentler than conventional retinol.

The technology can also be viewed as a comparably efficacious alternative to bakuchiol, a common natural retinol alternative. 

CycloRetin's heterophyllin B molecule is a cyclic peptide that enhances skin matrix production, per Clariant, thereby improving collagen and reducing the signs of aging.

The technology is soluble in water, with efficacy at even low concentrations.

Clariant has formulated CycloRetin into two concept formulations, a Firming Mask and Mask Mist, which will be presented at in-cosmetics.

Julie Droux, global technical marketing manager for actives and natural origins, explains, "While exploring the benefits of cyclic peptides in our lab we discovered prince ginseng’s outstanding potential to restart the skin matrix production cycle. Highly effective even at low concentrations, peptides play a crucial role in supporting youthful skin appearance."

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