What is Beta Glucan?
Beta-glucan is a powerful natural plant ingredient from the germ layer of oat grains. Yeast or certain types of mushrooms such as shiitake or reishi are also rich in beta-glucan. Chemically speaking, it is a polysaccharide (multiple sugar). Beta-glucan has been intensively examined in scientific studies for years, which prove its versatile effectiveness. It is extremely well tolerated, has no unwanted side effects and is therefore recommended for very sensitive skin. The bioactive power ingredient is an essential component of myrto day creams, face masks, night creams and facial serums. Beta-glucan is particularly valuable for the skin for several reasons.
Benefits of beta-glucan in facial care
In facial care, people with weakened skin barriers, problematic or very sensitive skin particularly benefit from the potent active ingredient. These are the main benefits of beta-glucan in skin care:
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Strengthening the skin barrier: Beta-glucan supports the production of ceramides and other lipids (fats) in the skin. A strong skin barrier is important to lock in moisture in the skin and protect the skin from damaging external influences.
- Deep hydration: Beta-glucan provides moisture and has the ability to bind it in the upper layers of the skin to minimize water loss through the skin (TEWL = transepidermal water loss).< /li>
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Anti-inflammatory properties: Beta-glucan soothes the skin, reduces redness and irritation. Beta-glucan helps to relieve skin diseases such as acne, eczema or rosacea and restores stressed skin to bring balance.
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Improved wound healing: Beta-glucan promotes the formation of new skin cells and supports the healing process of pimples, pimple marks and other skin injuries.
- antioxidant effect: Beta-glucan has the ability to neutralize free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that cause cell damage and accelerate skin aging. Beta-glucan thus counteracts premature skin aging.
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Booster for the skin's own immune system: Beta-glucan can activate certain immune cells such as macrophages and natural killer cells, which help defend against pathogens and infections on the skin.
- Preventive skin protection against UV damage: With its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, beta-glucan helps protect the skin from UV-related damage. tzen. This does not mean that the skin does not need further sun protection.
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Activation of collagen formation: Collagen is a protein that improves the firmness and elasticity of the skin. By stimulating collagen production, skin aging is slowed down (slow aging). Fine lines and wrinkles are smoothed, the skin appears firmer and more youthful.
Benefits of beta-glucan in scalp and hair care
Beta-glucan also offers important advantages in scalp and hair care and is an indispensable active ingredient in the myrto organic scalp serums, the organic conditioner and the organic hair mask:
- antimicrobial properties: Beta-glucan protects the scalp from harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi. Beta-glucan thus promotes the healthy scalp flora (microbiome) and brings the scalp into natural balance.
- stimulation of keratin production: Beta-glucan stimulates the Langerhans cells, which produce keratin. Hair consists of approximately 90% keratin.
- heat protection: Beta-glucan coats the hair shaft with an elastic film. This means it offers immediately effective heat protection. Beta-glucan protects the hair from heat-related damage caused by styling tools such as curling irons, straighteners or hair dryers.
- Improved hair structure: Beta-glucan keeps the hair elastic and resilient. This prevents hair breakage.
Conclusion
Beta-glucan is one of the most effective active ingredients in skin care. With its ability to soothe stressed and problematic skin, deeply hydrate it, protect against environmental damage and strengthen the skin barrier, beta-glucan is ideal for hypoallergenic care and highly sensitive skin Suitable for skin.
