For wearers of surgical masks donned to protect against Covid-19, the worsening of any skin conditions on their face will be one less concern.

 

Givaudan Active Beauty presents Masknyl, a microbiome-activated express skin perfector crafted by white biotech that lets skin “breathe.” Crafted by white biotechnology and activated by the skin microflora, the phytoactive ingredient has been designed with makers’ biocatalysis and microbiomics expertise to reveal its efficacy in only 24 hours. 

 

Masknyl provides relief for 'maskne' and other skin issues related to constant mask wearing during the pandemic, including redness, inflammation and hyperpigmentation. 

 

The warm, humid environment created by breathing inside a face mask creates the ideal microclimate for excessive bacterial growth, quickly generating pore obstructions and pimples exacerbated by the constant rubbing of the mask and its straps, further inflicting redness and irritation. 

 

The term “maskne” refers not just to breakouts, but a range of skin issues due to mask-wearing such as sensitivity, redness and inflammation. With more than 60% of the population continuing to wear face masks for public transportation and indoor activities, skin care is relevant now more than ever. 

 

“Masknyl is a phytoactive ingredient crafted from sophorin (phytomelin), a flavonoid with well-documented benefits in terms of antioxidant action, soothing and wound-healing. Already used in the cosmetic industry at limited dosage due to its poor solubility, biotechnology has enabled us to improve the bioavailability of sophorin (phytomelin) through glycosylation to craft Masknyl,” said Mathias Fleury, category manager Active Beauty. “This new China compliant molecule is activated by the skin microflora and improves solubility by a factor of 14,000, offering rapid efficacy in terms of soothing and anti-redness activity.” 

 

Significant Results in 24 Hours

 

Following activation by the skin microbiome, Masknyl offers triple action on the skin at a biological level. Clinical tests on volunteers wearing masks demonstrated that the phytoactive is able to visibly reduce red spots and heal skin inflammation in just 24 hours (in particular, where a surgical mask has been worn); control and reduce hyperpigmentation and brown spots in just four days; and improve skin comfort and texture (with 74% of panelists said their skin was softer and less tight);  

 

Givaudan's Active Beauty’s Mask Tonic, powered by Masknyl, prevents discomfort caused by mask-wearing. Suitable for all skin types and family members (from 3 years old), even the most sensitive, its 92% natural-origin day cream reduces redness and controls hyperpigmentation. Thanks to PrimalHyal 300 and Unitamuron H22 Green, it protects, repairs and increases elasticity. Application of the light emulsion provides a delicate sensation of freshness, leaving skin perfectly hydrated even when covered.