Silab recently highlighted new efficacy data for Exfolactive, the company's natural active known for exfoliating and hydrating properties in skin. Now, new findings demonstrate its benefits for hair and scalp health.
Scalp Health and Desquamation
As the company explains, the scalp and facial skin share key biological mechanisms essential for maintaining balance, including desquamation. When the scalp's natural exfoliation process is disrupted, however, it can lead to dandruff, dehydration, irritation and itching.
Exfolactive (INCI: Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus Indica Flower Extract) is designed to address these challenges by enhancing the scalp's natural desquamation process. According to the company, studies showed that at 0.5% in a lotion, the ingredient significantly increased KLK-5 activity by 74% on the scalps of Caucasian volunteers, promoting gentle and physiological exfoliation without adverse effects.
Proven Results for Scalp Health
These results reportedly translated to several benefits, including:
- Dandruff reduction: A 26.1% decrease in dandruff after five days of application;
- Improved hydration: A 13.8% increase in scalp hydration within the same timeframe; and
- Enhanced comfort: After 14 days of daily use, participants reported significant relief from stinging and discomfort, with effects continuing to improve over time.
Sustainably Sourced from Nature
In addition, the company highlighted Exfolactive's natural origin from the flowers of nopal, a plant native to arid regions and recognized for its nutritional, medicinal and cosmetic benefits.
Silab partners with a Fair for Life-certified Tunisian supplier committed to responsible and fair trade practices, ensuring the sustainable sourcing of this raw material.
A Natural Alternative to Traditional Exfoliants
Exfolactive offers a natural alternative to mechanical and chemical exfoliants. Recommended for scalp care formulations at concentrations of 0.5% to 4%, it is easy to incorporate into aqueous solutions, per the copmany.
Lastly, with a natural origin content of 99% or higher (ISO 16128), Exfolactive also complies with biodiversity regulations and international cosmetic standards across Europe, the USA, China, Japan and other regions.
