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Saclipins in A. sacrum Show Potential in Skincare: Study

Researchers observed strong inhibitory activity against elastase and promotion of collagen in this compound from cyanobacterium.

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By: Christine Esposito

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Blue-green algae/cyanobacterium

A cyanobacterium native to Japan—Aphanothece sacrum (also known as Suizenji-nori)—has been extensively studied for its bioactive properties and potential health benefits. Notably, A. sacrum accumulates natural compounds known as saclipins A and B in response to drought stress. These compounds are significant due to their ability to absorb ultraviolet (UV)-A and UV-B rays, making them potential skin protective agents, say researchers. In 2023, Professor Hakuto Kageyama, Dean of the Graduate Sc...

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