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AGI Dermatics
AGI Dermatics Clinical Data Identifies L-Ergothioneine as Part of Skin's Natural Antioxidant System
March 2nd, 2008
New clinical research from AGI Dermatics indicates that L-Ergothioneine (EGT) and its natural receptor, OCTN- 1, are a natural part of the skin's antioxidant defense and are more effective than idebenone in reducing harmful free radicals in photoaged skin. The data was presented at the Poster Session at the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology in San Antonio. "Prior research confirmed that EGT is more effective than idebenone in suppressing MMP-1 secretions that contribute to photodamaged skin," said Daniel Yarosh, PhD, President, AGI Dermatics. "This research tells us that EGT and its receptor are active participants in the skin's natural...
Source: Pharma Investments, Ventures & Law Weekly (2008-03-02)
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