Hyaluronic Acid – Contipro’s portfolio containing Hyaluronic Acid, its derivatives, polysaccharides and peptides are a great addition to the UMC’s personal care portfolio Their flagship product is biotechnologically manufactured hyaluronic acid and its derivatives in the highest quality and purity for the personal care industry. Other industries serviced are pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Contipro is Czech based company with tradition since 1990. Their manufacturing and headquarters are located in Dolni Dobrouc, Pardubicky kraj, Czech Republic.
Hyaluronic acid 1300-2300 kDa
HySilk 150-1300 kDa
HyActive 10-150 kDa
OligoHyaferre 0,4-5kDa
HyRetin(+ retinoic acid) for acne, wrinkles
HA-OIL: (+ caproic acid) in oil for hair, decorative cosmetics
HyWhite(+ α-linolenic acid) for whitening
Key properties:
Create micelle-like structures
Enhanced skin penetration=> higher activity, lower risk of irritation
Anti-acne activity
Anti-ageing activity
Better effect than retinoids
Key advantages
Natural derivative of α-linolenic acid and hyaluronic acid
-Cosmos approved
α-Linolenic acid
Omega 3-fatty acid (essential acid)
Seeds oils: chia, linseed, canola, soybean, walnut
Whitening effect in vitro, not in vivo in human skin.
Other effects: energy production, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Key properties
150-1300 kDa
Penetration to epidermis
Active stimulation of keratinocytes:
↑ Skin barrier components
↑ Natural antioxidant enzymes
Active improvement of hydration and skin barrier
Reduction of sebum
Skin smoothing (decreased roughness)
Skin calming (decreased redness)
Hyaluronic acid
Low molecular weight 5-10kDa
Penetrates deep into the skin and into skin cells.
Delivers α-linolenic acid to its target –tyrosinase in melanocytes.
Protects α-linolenic acid against degradation.
Many other beneficial effects