In the pursuit of innovation and breakthrough in the field of skin care, nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), as an emerging ingredient, has gradually emerged and attracted the attention of many skin care brands and consumers.
With its unique mechanism of action and significant skin care effects, it is quietly changing people’s understanding of anti-aging and skin care.
1. mystery of NMN: Structure and mechanism of action
NMN, short for nicotinamide mononucleotide, is a bioactive nucleotide that occurs naturally in all life forms.
It is composed of niacinamide (vitamin B3) and ribose and plays a key role in the body’s cellular energy metabolism.
NMN acts mainly through its conversion to nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+).
NAD+ is a coenzyme involved in more than 500 biochemical reactions within cells, including energy metabolism, DNA repair, and gene expression regulation.
As we age, the level of NAD+ in the human body gradually declines, which believed to one of the important causes of aging and many age-related diseases.
Supplementing NMN can effectively increase the level of NAD+ in cells, thus activating cell vitality and delaying the aging process.
2. NMN’s unique advantages in field of skin care
(1) Powerful antioxidant capacity
NMN enhances the antioxidant defense system in cells by increasing the level of NAD +.
It can promote the activity of antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), effectively remove free radicals, and reduce the damage of oxidative stress on skin cells.
Free radicals are one of the main factors that lead to skin aging, wrinkle and stain formation, and the antioxidant effect of NMN can prevent and improve these skin problems from the root.
(2) Promotes collagen synthesis
Collagen is an important protein in maintaining skin’s elasticity and firmness.
As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to sagging skin and wrinkles.
NMN can activate SIRT1 protein in cells, SIRT1 protein can regulate gene expression related to collagen synthesis, promote collagen synthesis, increase skin elasticity and firmness, and restore skin to a youthful state.
(3) Repair damaged DNA
Ultraviolet light, environmental pollution and other factors can lead to DNA damage of skin cells, and then affect the normal function of cells and skin health.
By increasing the level of NAD +, NMN provides sufficient energy for DNA repair enzymes and enhances the self-repair ability of DNA.
This helps maintain the normal metabolism and function of skin cells and reduces skin aging and lesions caused by DNA damage.
3. Application examples of NMN in skin care products
(1) NMN Serum
Many brands have introduced serums containing NMN, which usually combine high concentrations of NMN with other active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and vitamin C.
Hyaluronic acid has a powerful moisturizing function, which can lock the skin moisture and keep the skin hydrated.
Vitamin C has whitening and antioxidant properties.
NMN essence can penetrate into the bottom of the skin to provide all-round care for skin, improve skin dullness, dryness, sagging and other problems, and make skin glow.
(2) NMN Face cream
NMN cream has a thick texture and is suitable for dry and normal skin.
In addition to NMN, the cream also added a variety of vegetable oils and natural moisturizing factors, such as glycerin, squalane and so on.
These ingredients form a protective layer on the surface of the skin, preventing water loss while nourishing the skin.
NMN cream can release NMN continuously for a long time, providing long-lasting anti-aging care for the skin, especially for night use, helping the skin to repair and regenerate during sleep.
(3) NMN Mask
NMN mask is loved by consumers for its efficient skin care effect.
The mask is made of special materials and formulations that allow NMN to penetrate into the skin quickly.
Replenish a large amount of NMN to the skin in a short time, so that the skin can quickly absorb nutrients, achieve the effect of firming, brightening and moisturizing.
NMN masks are usually recommended to used 1-2 times a week as an intensive care product for the skin to help it return to its best condition in a short period of time.
4. Precautions for using NMN skin care products
(1) Skin adaptation
Although NMN is safe and effective for most people, due to the different skin conditions of each person, some people may experience minor discomfort when using NMN skin care products for the first time, such as skin redness, itching, etc.
This may a normal reaction of the skin to the new ingredient, its recommended to try it on a small area of skin first, observe 24-48 hours, and then use it on the whole face if there is no discomfort.
(2) Use together
For better skin care results, NMN skin care can paired with other products with complementary benefits.
However, be careful to avoid the use of products containing high concentrations of alcohol, fruit acid and other irritating ingredients at the same time, so as not to cause skin allergy or irritation.
Before using new skin care products, it is best to consult a professional dermatologist or beauty consultant.
(3) Storage method
NMN is sensitive to light, heat and air, so be careful to avoid direct sunlight when storing NMN skin care products and store them in a cool and dry place.
At the same time, pay attention to the shelf life of the product and avoid using expired products, so as not to affect the skin care effect and skin health.
Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), as a skin care ingredient with powerful anti-aging properties, provides us with a completely new skin care option.
With the continuous progress of science and technology and the deepening of research, its believed that the application of NMN in skin care products will more and more extensive, bringing healthy and young skin to more people.
When using NMN skin care products, we should fully understand its mechanism of action, advantages and precautions, and use it scientifically and reasonably in order to truly benefit the skin.
