Lipoid Kosmetik AG's new usNeo* multifunctional microbial control technology is based on usnic acid from the from the lichen Usnea barbata in a propanediol-based, preservative-free and self-preserving solvent system.
The technology reportedly acts selectively to provide a microbiome-friendly solution for body odor, skin blemishes and dandruff in a range of formulations.
In effect, usNeo prevents the overpopulation of certain bacteria that lead to unwanted skin conditions such as body odor, blemishes or dandruff, without resorting to antimicrobials that can throw off the larger microbiome balance, according to the manufacturer.
*INCI: propanediol (and) Usnea barbata (lichen) extract (and) tromethamine (and) tetrasodium glutamate diacetate (and) water (and) sodium hydroxide
