At Aloderma, we're firm believers in leveraging the scientific prowess of nature's ingredients to create efficacious skincare solutions. One such under-appreciated ingredient is Glutamine, an amino acid often associated with muscle building. However, its benefits extend far beyond the gym, playing a crucial role in maintaining healthy, resilient skin.
Glutamine serves as the most abundant free amino acid within the human body. It acts as a substrate for protein synthesis, providing the very building blocks for essential structural proteins in the skin. These proteins, including collagen and elastin, are responsible for maintaining skin's firmness and elasticity. Glutamine also plays a vital role in regulating cellular hydration by influencing the expression of aquaporins, integral membrane proteins that function as water channels. By promoting aquaporin-3 (AQP-3) expression, glutamine enhances the skin's ability to retain moisture, resulting in a plump and supple appearance.
The benefits of glutamine extend beyond its structural and hydrating properties. Studies have shown it can stimulate the production of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), particularly hyaluronic acid (HA). GAGs are essential components of the extracellular matrix, providing structural support and contributing to skin hydration. HA, a key GAG, functions like a moisture magnet, attracting and retaining water molecules within the skin, leaving it looking dewy and hydrated.
Dermatological research suggests that topical application of glutamine may enhance its penetration into the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin. This can potentially amplify the aforementioned benefits, promoting collagen and HA synthesis while improving overall skin barrier function.
At Aloderma, we incorporate Glutamine into our farm-to-skin philosophy. You'll find it in our Aloe Firming Cream, Aloe Firming Serum, and Aloe Firming Eye Cream alongside our hero ingredient, certified organic aloe vera. Aloe vera boasts well-documented wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a perfect partner for glutamine in promoting healthy, youthful-looking skin.
By incorporating scientifically-backed ingredients like Glutamine, alongside the farm-fresh goodness of aloe vera, Aloderma offers skincare solutions that nourish your skin from the outside in.