Laminaria ochroleuca

Laminaria ochroleuca, a brown algae also known as the golden seaweed, is found on rocks from the low water spring tide level to the shallow subtidal along the Atlantic coast of France. Specific lipids in the membrnces of the golden seaweed enable it to resist the oxidative stress due to salinity, emersion/immersion and strong solar radiation variations

Antileukine 6® is a specific lipidic membrane extract from Laminaria ochroleuca, rich in stabilizing compounds like phosphatidylcholine, alpha lipoic acid derivatives, vitamins A & E and CoQ10

These same compounds are thought to be associated with the remarkable skin protection afforded by Antilekine 6 against sunlight.

Extensive efficacy testing has shown that Antileukine 6 has the ability to inhibit the inflammatory mediators (IL-1, IL-6 and PGE2) that are produced as a result of UV radiation. In addition, Studies on cell cultures of monocytes and dendritic cells clearly show that Antileukine 6 has a protective effect against UV-induced immune suppression. This immune protection capability enables UV-damaged cells to be eliminated more effectively. DNA damage by UV radiation is a key factor in development of skin cancer.

An additional benefit of Antileukine 6 is its ability to help replenish the lipid barrier and optimise the moisture content of the epidermis. Optimising the water content in turn leads to a smoother, more supple skin.

Inclusion of Antileukine 6 into day care products boosts protection from solar radiation.

Ellgy h2o UV White contains Lactokine, a Milk Peptide Complex which reduces the melanin production for a fairer and even skin complexion.

It is fortified with Antileukine 6 to help protect the skin’s cells against UV damage.