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Cellulose

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Cellulose

Cellulose gently maintains the skin barrier, while formulas with glycerin or vegetable extracts measurably boost skin moisture and hydration. It suits dry skin and oily skin particularly well, and it is available in helpful forms such as gentle exfoliators. It layers easily into your daily routine.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018

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Questions and answers

What does cellulose do for the skin?

Cellulose helps moisturize the skin and can significantly increase skin hydration when used in masks or membranes.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018

How do you use cellulose?

Cellulose is used in bacterial cellulose membranes and skin masks to help hydrate the skin. You can apply these masks to improve moisture levels effectively.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018

Should you use cellulose in the morning or at night?

Cellulose can be used at any time of day as it helps support skin hydration. It is well tolerated by the skin and is unlikely to cause barrier disruption.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018

Can you use cellulose every day?

Yes, you can use cellulose every day as it shows good skin compatibility without disrupting your skin barrier. Studies show that bacterial cellulose masks can also help increase skin hydration.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2018

Does cellulose cause purging or irritation?

Cellulose is unlikely to cause skin irritation or barrier disruption. Clinical studies show that bacterial cellulose membranes have good skin compatibility in human subjects.

European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, 2014

Which skin types is cellulose best for?

Cellulose is best for a wide range of skin types, offering High fits for dry, oily, combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, and a Superior fit for mature skin and skin with dark spots. For these skin types, top product choices include Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Peeling Gel, Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel, Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant, and Dr. Barbara Sturm Enzyme Cleanser.

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Behind this ingredient guide

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  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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