Comments on: Does Nivea’s DNAge do what it says? http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/ Here's my take on biotechnology Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:11:31 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7 hourly 1 By: Nathan http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-147696 Nathan Mon, 05 Jan 2009 06:16:46 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-147696 I'm a R&D Chemist for the cosmetic, therapeutic and pharmaceutical industry. While I do not work for Nivea, Induchem nor do I have anything to do with their products, I happened upon this discussion while reading about industry products. Nivea’s DNAge range uses an ingredient by the trade name of Unirepair T-43 (Acetyl Tyrosine, Proline, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Adenosine Triphosphate in Butylene Glycol solvent), manufactured by Induchem. This ingredient, when used at prescribed level of 3% (1.5% to 3% advised), showed a 37% decrease in apparent redness of test subjects skin after 24 hours, and 52% after 48 hours, when compared to a placebo and exposed to UV radiation (1.25 x MED). The test subjects were all 27-58, male and female, with a skin phototype (Fitzpatrick) <III. These test results interpret the redness of the skin to reflect DNA damage in vivo (reasonable accepted assumption). While not foolproof, it is some scientific results to back up some creative marketing. I’m a R&D Chemist for the cosmetic, therapeutic and pharmaceutical industry. While I do not work for Nivea, Induchem nor do I have anything to do with their products, I happened upon this discussion while reading about industry products.

Nivea’s DNAge range uses an ingredient by the trade name of Unirepair T-43 (Acetyl Tyrosine, Proline, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Adenosine Triphosphate in Butylene Glycol solvent), manufactured by Induchem. This ingredient, when used at prescribed level of 3% (1.5% to 3% advised), showed a 37% decrease in apparent redness of test subjects skin after 24 hours, and 52% after 48 hours, when compared to a placebo and exposed to UV radiation (1.25 x MED). The test subjects were all 27-58, male and female, with a skin phototype (Fitzpatrick) <III. These test results interpret the redness of the skin to reflect DNA damage in vivo (reasonable accepted assumption).

While not foolproof, it is some scientific results to back up some creative marketing.

]]> By: thatgirl http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-146569 thatgirl Sun, 09 Nov 2008 08:10:10 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-146569 I have no idea about the so-called "science" behind this product - all I can say is that it is the ONLY line of products that I have had results with. I was actually part of an independent trial for the DNA Age range and honestly didn't expect anything - at the very most, I thought "hey, if it at least adds moisture to my skin I'll be happy" (particularly as I haven't paid a cent for the product/s). Well, I've been using it (the night and day cream and eye cream) for only 3 days now and I can't believe the difference - particularly to my eye area. I'm almost 40, but actually have very good skin - very few lines and my skin is in good condition, but I do have a few very fine lines under my eyes, along with slight puffiness and dark circles. This morning I noticed the lines have virtually disappeared, the puffiness has gone and the dark circles have greatly diminished. I've no idea if this is just a coincidence or not, but I can honestly say I would have no problems purchasing this line of products. I've purchased some of the most expensive products money can buy, along with the cheapest, and like I say this is the only product I've seen any results with. Just my opinion, and other people may not find they have the same results, but personally, I'm impressed. I have no idea about the so-called “science” behind this product - all I can say is that it is the ONLY line of products that I have had results with. I was actually part of an independent trial for the DNA Age range and honestly didn’t expect anything - at the very most, I thought “hey, if it at least adds moisture to my skin I’ll be happy” (particularly as I haven’t paid a cent for the product/s). Well, I’ve been using it (the night and day cream and eye cream) for only 3 days now and I can’t believe the difference - particularly to my eye area. I’m almost 40, but actually have very good skin - very few lines and my skin is in good condition, but I do have a few very fine lines under my eyes, along with slight puffiness and dark circles. This morning I noticed the lines have virtually disappeared, the puffiness has gone and the dark circles have greatly diminished. I’ve no idea if this is just a coincidence or not, but I can honestly say I would have no problems purchasing this line of products. I’ve purchased some of the most expensive products money can buy, along with the cheapest, and like I say this is the only product I’ve seen any results with. Just my opinion, and other people may not find they have the same results, but personally, I’m impressed.

]]> By: Judy http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-146066 Judy Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:14:44 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-146066 This post is very useful for me because my friends mother is suffering from the Skin cancer. This would help me to tell some important caution about Skin cancer. Thanks for your time to post this article. This post is very useful for me because my friends mother is suffering from the Skin cancer. This would help me to tell some important caution about Skin cancer.
Thanks for your time to post this article.

]]> By: LJ http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-145274 LJ Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:11:17 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-145274 Well I was their advertising dream and feel for the plumping effect of the DNage line filler. It did what it said so much so that I used it at least 3 times a day on the under eye area. Only to have a reaction to it a week later. My eyes became sore and swollen. I stopped using it and my eye area became so dry and since then the area below my eyes and the eyelids are crinkly and dry and have not returned to their normal state before I started using this product. There's something in the product that makes your skin look worse if you stop using it...trust me. when I tried it agsin the are was replumped but the reaction also came back. My eyes have not looked the same since. I'm an idiot and wont be using their products any more or fall for their false advertising. Well I was their advertising dream and feel for the plumping effect of the DNage line filler. It did what it said so much so that I used it at least 3 times a day on the under eye area. Only to have a reaction to it a week later. My eyes became sore and swollen. I stopped using it and my eye area became so dry and since then the area below my eyes and the eyelids are crinkly and dry and have not returned to their normal state before I started using this product. There’s something in the product that makes your skin look worse if you stop using it…trust me. when I tried it agsin the are was replumped but the reaction also came back. My eyes have not looked the same since. I’m an idiot and wont be using their products any more or fall for their false advertising.

]]> By: Kate http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-144344 Kate Fri, 23 May 2008 05:24:16 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-144344 has anyone actually considered the absorption pathway of folic acid. Isnt it true that folate much be digested and absorbed within the gastrointestinal tract for it to be active within the body. Topical applications of folate couldnt possibly work as this form of folate is not active and cannot be absorbed into its correct metabolic pathways through epithleial skin tissue. has anyone actually considered the absorption pathway of folic acid. Isnt it true that folate much be digested and absorbed within the gastrointestinal tract for it to be active within the body. Topical applications of folate couldnt possibly work as this form of folate is not active and cannot be absorbed into its correct metabolic pathways through epithleial skin tissue.

]]> By: Mihai Grigori http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-143937 Mihai Grigori Mon, 07 Apr 2008 22:56:53 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-143937 <strong>“Nivea protects your DNA”...</strong> What the f**k is this !? Seems like nivea is really relying on morons for buying their sh*t. You have to be dramatically stupid to buy and buy what they’re selling. These commercials   should be banned - if not for false advertising at least for... “Nivea protects your DNA”…

What the f**k is this !?
Seems like nivea is really relying on morons for buying their sh*t. You have to be dramatically stupid to buy and buy what they’re selling.
These commercials   should be banned - if not for false advertising at least for…

]]> By: My Biotech Life » HairDX - the genetic test for hair loss http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-142291 My Biotech Life » HairDX - the genetic test for hair loss Wed, 16 Jan 2008 20:08:37 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-142291 [...] is a booming business. Specially with the growing number of beauty and care products for men like skin creams. Bookmark: These icons link to social bookmarking sites where readers can share and discover new [...] [...] is a booming business. Specially with the growing number of beauty and care products for men like skin creams. Bookmark: These icons link to social bookmarking sites where readers can share and discover new [...]

]]> By: Caz http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-142290 Caz Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:13:29 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-142290 This stuff is amazing. I've tried loads of stuff, as most women have!, including Dermalogica Power Rich, and this stuff is much better. Their neck/decollete/arm cream truly is miraculous. I only tried it cos the day/night cream worked so well and it was even better than expected.... So, whether misleading or not, I frankly don't care, it works.. and is way cheaper than other products, most of which are not as effective. This stuff is amazing. I’ve tried loads of stuff, as most women have!, including Dermalogica Power Rich, and this stuff is much better. Their neck/decollete/arm cream truly is miraculous. I only tried it cos the day/night cream worked so well and it was even better than expected…. So, whether misleading or not, I frankly don’t care, it works.. and is way cheaper than other products, most of which are not as effective.

]]> By: Barry Barclay http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-142243 Barry Barclay Tue, 01 Jan 2008 07:22:02 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-142243 It is becoming increasingly clear that folate supplementation of cosmetic products without vitamin B12 is a potential health hazard. Perhaps the responsible thing to do would be for companies to withdraw their cosmetic products containing folate without B12 pending further toxicology studies. It is becoming increasingly clear that folate supplementation of cosmetic products without vitamin B12 is a potential health hazard. Perhaps the responsible thing to do would be for companies to withdraw their cosmetic products containing folate without B12 pending further toxicology studies.

]]> By: Corinne http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/comment-page-1/#comment-127244 Corinne Fri, 23 Nov 2007 13:50:10 +0000 http://my.biotechlife.net/2006/10/15/does-niveas-dnage-do-what-it-says/#comment-127244 All I can say is that I have been using this cream consistently morning and evening for 3 months and my skin is much improved - smooth, plumped and fresh. I am 56 with quite greasy skin. I am very impressed after searching a lifetime for something good with a sunscreen at whatever cost - and there it is on the high street for such a moderate price. Love it! All I can say is that I have been using this cream consistently morning and evening for 3 months and my skin is much improved - smooth, plumped and fresh. I am 56 with quite greasy skin. I am very impressed after searching a lifetime for something good with a sunscreen at whatever cost - and there it is on the high street for such a moderate price. Love it!

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