Beauty From the Inside-Out

Build a beautiful foundation by tapping into lifestyle factors that affect appearance, such as stress and sleep, in order to help all consumers look and—most importantly—feel their best.

The skin is not seen as a passive body part but rather as a living organ that functions in harmony with its ecosystem. It’s the largest organ of the body, and together with its microbiome, it’s the body's protective barrier against the world.

Build a beautiful foundation by tapping into lifestyle factors that affect appearance, such as stress and sleep, in order to help all consumers look and—most importantly—feel their best.

THE POWER OF THE GUT-SKIN AXIS

While it is well known that a healthy and balanced diet can affect one’s outward appearance, the gut-skin axis is a relatively new concept. Some of our most commonly-consumed foods can impact the way our skin smells or feels. For example, when one eats oily foods, cruciferous vegetables, or carotenoid-rich vegetables like carrots and tomatoes, our skin may react differently to each. Not surprisingly, dietary ingredients can have an influence on the gut, and therefore support the quality and appearance of skin.

The gut-skin axis is the system by which the effects of gut barrier homeostasis, immune defense, and gut microbiota are translated to the skin.

Gut-friendly Ingredients

Select probiotics, botanicals, and functional ingredients can play a role in boosting skin immunity as well as skin radiance.

Immune System

Intestinal diseases (celiac, IBD, allergies) and an unbalanced gut (dysbiosis) may cause skin problems due to gut barrier defects and immune system disturbance.

Microbiota Balance

Probiotics and prebiotics can balance the gut microbiota and its metabolism, which can improve gut barrier and immune function, benefiting the skin.

The Beauty Market

This rapidly-emerging market segment is creating an unprecedented surge in demand for ingestible products that start with the microbiome.

Today’s beauty innovations tackle the elements that impact the integrity of our skin the most: stress, fatigue, UV radiation and sleep deprivation.

BEAUTY CONCEPTS BY IFF HEALTH SCIENCES

Products carefully designed in accordance with market trends and consumer demands, with tailored formulations that provide effective support for targeted beauty concerns.

Kera-Biome

The benefits of Kera-Biome ingredients are backed by clinical trials and a compelling consumer study.

In a placebo-controlled human clinical study³, the use of keraGEN-IV^® improved skin elasticity, hair pull scores and nail quality after 60 days.*

* Please note that Kera-Biome is only available in Europe and Middle East

Pro-Skin

The benefits of Pro-Skin ingredients are backed by clinical trials and a compelling consumer study.

In a placebo-controlled human clinical study³, the use of phosphatidylserine (PS) improved the appearance of wrinkles at 12 weeks.*

* Compared to placebo.

IFF HEALTH SCIENCES’ BEAUTY SOLUTIONS

Enhancing skin's natural defense and helping skin function at its best are crucial aspects to meet the demand of holistic beauty consumers. They are increasingly seeking holistic approaches to skin care that begin with their internal health and take a more proactive approach to facial care, seeking high-quality products to improve skin moisture, reduce negative impact from stress and strengthen the immune system delivering that focus on health and wellness.

IFF Health Sciences offers an array of science-based solutions powered by probiotics, botanicals and bioscience ingredients bringing efficacious health and wellness benefits for innovative beauty products.

HOWARU® Calm

HOWARU® Calm is a probiotic for the gut-brain axis, that reduces perceived stress.

HOWARU® Dophilus

HOWARU® Dophilus is a probiotic that supports digestive health and gut comfort.

HOWARU® Feminine Health

HOWARU® Feminine Health promotes vaginal health and overall feminine wellness.

HOWARU® GI Complete

HOWARU® GI Complete is a unique probiotic blend for gastro-intestinal wellbeing.

HOWARU® Kids Digestive Health

HOWARU® Kids Digestive Health is a documented probiotic to support digestive health in children.

HOWARU® Pet Health

HOWARU® Pet Health products can be incorporated into pet foods and to promote gut health, digestion, and overall wellbeing in dogs and cats.

HOWARU® Protect 55+

HOWARU® Protect 55+ supports immune enhancements in aging adults.

HOWARU® Protect Adult

HOWARU® Protect Adult provides immune defense for overall health and wellness in adults.

HOWARU® Protect Baby

HOWARU® Protect Baby is a probiotic that establishes a healthy microbiota and immune support in early life.

HOWARU® Protect Early Life

HOWARU® Protect Early Life is designed specifically for pregnant women and children (0 to 2 years)*.

HOWARU® Protect Kids

HOWARU® Protect Kids is a safe and proven probiotic formulation that helps promote optimal health and wellness in children.

HOWARU® Protect Prenatal+

HOWARU® Protect Prenatal+ is a probiotic that supports mother and child during pregnancy and beyond.

HOWARU® Protect Sport

HOWARU® Protect Sport maintains immune defenses in active sport performers.

HOWARU® Restore

HOWARU® Restore promotes good digestive health during episodes of gut stress.

HOWARU® Shape

HOWARU® Shape helps consumers feel great while improving their body shape.

HOWARU® Smile

HOWARU® Smile supports a healthy smile.

HOWARU® Transit

HOWARU® Transit has been studied to effectively shorten colonic transit time, support healthy digestion, and ease digestive discomfort.

Benolea® Olive leaf extract

Benolea® is a supplement that provides natural support for cardiovascular health and wellness.

BetaPower® Natural Betaine

BetaPower® is a natural nutrient that promotes hydration and performance – especially strength, power, and muscle endurance.

BroccoRaphanin® (Broccoli)

BroccoRaphanin® is an innovative broccoli raffinate that stimulates detoxification.

CitrOlive®

CitrOlive® is a patented blend of bitter orange and olive leaf extracts that synergizes to support health and wellness.

CitroVen®

CitroVen® is a blend of olive and citrus designed for cardiovascular support.

Curcugen® (fully natural turmeric oleoresin extract)

Curcugen® is a highly concentrated, clinically studied curcumin ingredient with a tumeric base and a high curcuminoid concentration.

Go-Less®

Go-Less® is a clinically researched natural solution for bladder wellness.

Go-Less® Men

Go-Less® Men, IFF Health Sciences’ pumpkin seed extract EFLA® 940, helps support healthy male urinary function.

LinumLife®

LinumLife® is used in functional foods, dietary supplements, and cosmetic applications to improve skin health and wellness.

Neuravena®

Neuravena® is a superior green oat extract for brain function support.

INFAT®

INFAT® is a specially formulation developed for infant formula so it is closer to human milk, providing optimal nutrition for infants.

keraGEN-IV®

keraGEN-IV® supports healthy hair, skin and nails with natural keratin.

NovaSOL®

NovaSOL® solubilisation technology provides unique properties which result in rapid absorption and increased bioavailability.

Sharp-PS® for Beauty

Sharp-PS® has been clinically-tested to improve cognitive performance, attention, behavior, and stress-reduction through overall skin health.

Sharp-PS® for Brain Health

Sharp-PS® (phosphatidylserine) is a highly researched ingredient whose benefits support both body and mind.

SoyLife®

SoyLife® is a unique isoflavone ingredient manufactured exclusively from soy germ.

UniK2®

UniK2® provides natural Vitamin K2, which can be considered the missing link for improved bone and cardiovascular health.

FenuLife®

FenuLife® is a unique source of galactomannan fiber.

Litesse®

Litesse® polydextrose is widely recognized and used as a fiber as well as a premium bulking ingredient for sugar and fat replacement.

HOWARU® B420™

The primary health attributes of HOWARU® B420™ are weight management and metabolic health.

HOWARU® Bi-07®

HOWARU® Bi-07® collaborates with other probiotic strains to support gut health and immune function.

HOWARU® Bl-04®

HOWARU® Bl-04® modulates the immune system, improvement of overall skin health, and digestive health.

HOWARU® HN001™

HOWARU® HN001™ has been extensively studied across all life stages from early infancy through elderly years, and in pregnant and lactating women.

HOWARU® HN019™

HOWARU® HN019™ is well-studied for its probiotic properties and has demonstrated many health benefits.

HOWARU® La-14®

HOWARU® La-14® has been shown to support intimate health in women and maintaining healthy oral microbia.

HOWARU® Lpc-37®

HOWARU® Lpc-37® supports overall digestive health as well as managing the psychological response to stress.

HOWARU® NCFM®

HOWARU® NCFM® is well-studied for its probiotic properties and has demonstrated many health benefits.

Acerola

Acerola is a well-known food antioxidant and immune booster ingredient due to its naturally occurring Vitamin C.

Artichoke

Artichoke is known to consumers as a purifying plant with potential ingredient benefits for weight control.

Bearberry

Bearberry extract has been recognized for helping to maintain urinary tract health and mitigate urinary tract infections and inflammation.

Chamomile

Chamomile is one of the oldest, most widely used, and well-documented medicinal plants in the world.

Chaste Berry

Chaste Berry is often used as a remedy for women’s health challenges.

Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex

Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex is a dietary supplement that supports cardiovascular and metabolic health.

Dandelion

Dandelion herb and root has been traditionally used for the relief mild digestive disorders.

Devil’s Claw

Devil's Claw root extract has been used to relieve joint stiffness and discomfort and mild digestive complaints.

Echinacea EFLA® 894

Echinacea has been promoted for years as a dietary supplement to help support a healthy immune system in adults.

Ginkgo (Ginkgo Biloba Extract)

Ginkgo biloba extract is used to support the improvement of cognitive function and memory.

Ginseng root extract

Ginseng has been used for several thousand years as an ingredient that promotes health, vitality, and longevity.

Grapefruit

Grapefruit contains citrus flavonoids that are well known for their beneficial effects on metabolic health.

Green Mate

Green Mate extract has traditionally been used as a natural used as a natural medicine for many purposes.

Green Tea

According to Asian tradition, green tea is able to provide relief for anything from headaches, body aches, and pains to constipation and depression.

Guarana

Guarana is a species of climbing plant native to the Amazon that is known as an antioxidant, traditional medicinal, with natural stimulant effects.

Ivy Leaf

Ivy leaf, an active ingredient in herbal medicinal products, is used as an expectorant in case of productive cough.

Lemon Balm

Lemon balm is recommended to temporarily improve tenseness, restlessness and irritability, and as symptomatic treatment of digestive disorders.

Passion Flower

The passion flower plant (passiflora incarnata L.) is has been documented in having the potential to relieve mental stress symptoms and promote sleep.

Pelargonium

Pelargonium is a traditional herbal preparation that has been used in subjects with common cold symptoms and uncomplicated respiratory issues.

Purslane

Purslane is rich in valuable nutrients that has a long tradition of medicinal and culinary use.

Red Vine

Redvine extract is used for its antioxidant properties and positive effects on cardiovascular health.

Rosemary

Rosemary is recommended by traditional medicine to support digestive health.

Sage

Sage is an ingredient known to support digestive health, menstruation-related wellbeing and for its hypoglycemic activity.

Thyme

Thyme has been used in traditional medicine in productive cough associated with colds and is based upon long-standing use.

Valerian

Valerian is known for its calming effects and is found in many herbal sleep and mood targeting products.

AB-Fortis® Microencapsulated Iron

AB-Fortis® microencapsulated iron ingredient allows the fortification of foods with iron without changing the appearance, palatability, or taste.

Grow® Nutrients: Natural Support For Health

CalceoBiotic™

Calceobiotic™ is a new, whole food postbiotic system that delivers nature-like, higher bioavailable calcium.

References:1. Mintel Beauty Disruptors: Holistic Beauty I The Future of Facial Skincare: 2022; 2. Kelly et al. 2023 (pending acceptance from the journal); 3. Choi et al. 2013

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