Complements antioxidants (vitamin C/E, ferulic, ergothioneine) and firming peptides.
Antioxidants · Emerging
Carnosine
INCI: Carnosine · L-Carnosine
AntioxidantProtects proteinsSupports firmness
A dipeptide antioxidant that protects skin proteins from a specific ageing process called glycation, 'sugar-sag'.
What it is
Carnosine is a dipeptide (two amino acids) with an unusual anti-ageing angle: it helps defend against glycation, the process where sugar molecules bind to and stiffen skin proteins like collagen. Glycation is associated with loss of elasticity and a dull, sallow look, so anti-glycation is an increasingly recognised part of skin longevity.
How it works
Fights glycation
It helps protect collagen and other proteins from sugar-induced cross-linking (glycation), which is associated with stiffness, dullness and loss of bounce.
Antioxidant support
It also contributes general antioxidant defence, adding to the skin's resilience against stress.
The evidence
Carnosine has emerging evidence for anti-glycation and antioxidant support, a modern, well-regarded angle on preserving skin quality.
Worth knowing
Anti-glycation is a preventative, long-game benefit, about protecting the structure you have.
Found in
Evidence tiers reflect the general weight of published cosmetic-science literature on this ingredient, not a claim about any individual SENSCERA product. Cosmetic products support the appearance and condition of skin and hair; they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Individual results vary.