Marine collagen for healthy aging: Revelox unveils Dermalux formulation in powder format

20 Apr 2021 --- Canadian health and wellness brand Revelox is launching Dermalux, an anti-aging marine collagen formulation touted as offering “firm skin, shiny hair and healthy nails.”

Dermalux is a scientifically-backed, highly-concentrated collagen formula that comes in a powdered format and can be consumed daily with water. 

“Dermalux has been designed to strengthen the cells and help with cellular regeneration. It preserves the beauty and strength of the skin, hair and nails while also promoting joint health,” Revelox highlights.

Addressing aging
The goal is not to address topical aging concerns but rather to “provide the body with certain micronutrients” that can help to maintain the skin and hair’s healthy condition.

The list of active ingredients in the Dermalux formula includes vitamin C, coenzyme Q10, silica, zinc and the company’s flagship ingredient, hyaluronic acid.

The product’s most important ingredient, however, is marine collagen, as this is a pure form of hypoallergenic protein that contains significant quantities of the amino acids glycine and proline. 

This form of collagen is sourced from the skins of fish.It is particularly known for several important benefits that can help slow the aging process, including:

• Fast absorption into the body.
• Healthy hair and stronger nails.
• Greater skin hydration and elasticity.
• Improved joint and bone health.

Beauty-from-within trends
The ingestible skin care market is rising in popularity. According to Innova Market Insights data, growth in F&B launches featuring skin health claims rose by 58 percent from 2017 to 2019. 

Dermalux comes in a powdered format and can be consumed daily with water and includes vitamin C, coenzyme Q10, silica, zinc and hyaluronic acid.Top market categories in NPD tracked with a skin health claim include Supplements, Soft Drinks, Sports Nutrition, Baby & Toddlers and Snacks (Global, 2019 versus 2015). 

The fastest-growing market category is Supplements, with a CAGR of 26 percent. At its heels are Dairy and Alternatives, Snacks, and Hot Drinks, which each has seen 23 percent growth. Meanwhile, Sports Nutrition has a 15 percent rise (Global, 2015-2019).

NutritionInsight previously reported on the collagen market, alternative options, vegan collagen and overcoming COVID-19 hurdles.

Collagen alternatives market
The alternative collagens market is rapidly growing, evident by the many prolific industry players tapping into this space.

Recently, Rousselot introduced a new collagen peptide ingredient to the beauty and skincare market. Peptan Marine can help beauty and nutrition brands differentiate and expand their portfolio with sustainably sourced, premium nutricosmetics and dietary supplements, the company says.

In the vegan collagen realm, Evonik developed an advanced collagen platform produced via fermentation-based processes without any animal or human-derived ingredients. 

Evonik notes that the new, recombinant technology will provide the pharmaceutical, medical, cell culture and tissue engineering markets with a highly soluble, ultra-pure form of collagen that is safe, sustainable and commercially scalable. 

Lastly, South Korean company Cosmax NBT launched Agatri, an ingestible beauty product touted for its anti-aging, collagen-boosting and skin-improving properties. The launch taps into plant-based trends as it is suitable for vegan applications in functional F&B and supplements. 

Derived from a traditional Asian herb used in medicine, Agatri also boasts wrinkle suppressing and moisturizing qualities.

By Kristiana Lalou