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Uniproma Makes Rare Botanicals Accessible for Skin Care via Single-Use Biodegradable Reactors

BotaniCellar Crithmum Maritimum, based on the namesake extract, has been described as 'the most precious skin care ingredient of the 21st century' and is a rare plant from Brittany’s coast, according to Uniproma.
BotaniCellar Crithmum Maritimum, based on the namesake extract, has been described as "the most precious skin care ingredient of the 21st century" and is a rare plant from Brittany’s coast, according to Uniproma.
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Uniproma aims to take sustainable skin care and wellness to the next level with its plant cell mass cultivation technology, said to make rare botanicals more accessible than ever before. Using patented single-use biodegradable reactors, the company has dramatically reduced the cost of cell culture, setting a new benchmark for sustainability and innovation, Uniproma reports. 

This approach democratizes access to premium ingredients while also aligning with eco-conscious practices. In addition, the company claims to have the world’s largest botanical cell bank and a fast-track, customized ingredient service to deliver high-quality botanicals that redefine skin care.

Among the company's featured products are the following.

BotaniCellar Tianshan Snow Lotus

Derived from the pistil and petals of Saussurea involucrata and found at 4,000 meters in the Tianshan Mountains, BotaniCellar Tianshan Snow Lotus (INCI: Saussurea Involucrata Callus Extract (and) Pentylene Glycol (and) Butylene Glycol) offers benefits for skin including:

  • Reduction in melanin production
  • Enhanced radiance and brighter skin tone
  • Improvement in inflammatory hyperpigmentation

The ingredient acts by inhibiting tyrosinase activity and minimizing free radical damage to restore the skin’s natural glow.

BotaniCellar Desert Rose

Extracted from Adenium obesum, a resilient plant thriving in Kenya’s arid environment, BotaniCellar Desert Rose (INCI: Adenium Obesum Leaf Cell Extract (and) Pentylene Glycol (and) Butylene Glycol) provides skin:

  • Relief from inflammatory aging
  • Antioxidant properties to alleviate oxidative stress
  • Intense hydration and enhanced skin elasticity

Its active cells are also reported to improve dermal structure, boost skin firmness and promote deep hydration.

BotaniCellar Crithmum Maritimum

BotaniCellar Crithmum Maritimum (INCI: Crithmum Maritimum Callus Extract (and) Pentylene Glycol (and) Butylene Glycol), has been described as “the most precious skin care ingredient of the 21st century,” according to the company. This rare plant from Brittany’s coast offers:

  • Whitening and brightening effects
  • Soothing for sensitive skin
  • Strengthened skin structure and improved barrier function

Its core component, chlorogenic acid, is said to provide antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, promoting a healthy glow and robust skin.

BotaniCellar Edelweiss

Derived from Leontopodium alpinum, a plant thriving in the harsh Alpine environment, BotaniCellar Edelweiss (INCI: Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Extract (and) Pentylene Glycol (and) Butylene Glycol) is designed to deliver:

  • Antibacterial properties and microbiome balance
  • Protection against blue light and external aggressors
  • Improved dermal structure and reduced inflammation

Chlorogenic acid, its key component, offers exceptional antioxidant and anti-aging benefits, shielding the skin from oxidative stress and environmental damage, per the company.

BotaniCellar Eryngium Maritimum

BotaniCellar Eryngium Maritimum (INCI: Eryngium Maritimum Callus Culture Extract (and) Pentylene Glycol (and) Butylene Glycol) is based on a plant from Brittany’s coast, renowned as the “king of stress resistance." It is celebrated for its self-repair abilities, providing:

  • Skin structure repair
  • Hydration and water retention
  • Relief from redness and warmth

According to the company, rosmarinic acid, the ingredient's active component, offers powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, aiding in skin barrier repair and regeneration.

Maximizing Efficacy and Sustainability

Uniproma’s proprietary plant cell culture technology reportedly enhances the active components of these botanicals, ensuring maximum efficacy and sustainability. By harnessing the power of nature and science, the company aims to bring luxury skin care within reach.

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