What are liposomes?

Liposomes are special lipid bubbles. These bubbles are water soluble because the lipids are bioengineered into spherical bilayers with water-compatible surfaces. These spheres have an internal core of water. They are not tiny lipid droplets. Lipid droplets do not have a central water core and they separate from water when left standing.

Liposomes are used mainly to carry drugs to either protect the drug from rapid degradation or to make the drugs more water soluble. Although they are ideal for delivering skincare nutrients, they are rarely used because of their prohibitively high cost of manufacturing.

What are Vesiderm™ liposomes?

Vesiderm liposomes are made using yolk lecithin which are lipids from egg yolks. Unlike plant lecithin, yolk lecithin lipids are more similar to lipids in our skin.

Why are Vesiderm™ liposomes good for our skin?

Normally, our skin loses 40-80mg of lipids daily, which is balanced by natural lipid synthesis. But as we age, lipid production slows down, causing dry skin and leaving it vulnerable. Rehydrating the skin isn’t enough – it’s crucial to replenish and restore the lipids within the skin barrier. Which is where Vesiderm™ liposomes comes in!

Vesiderm™ liposomes use highly nutritious lipids from egg yolk known as yolk lecithin, which replenishes the skin lipids. Research have shown that Vesiderm™ liposomes are readily absorbed by human skin and increase skin hydration.

Unlike other moisturiser ingredients, Vesiderm™ liposomes can penetrate your skin barrier to restore your lipid count and hydrate your skin from deep within – addressing the root cause of dry skin and restoring your skin health from the inside out.

Why are lipids important in our skin?

Lipids are the main component in our skin barrier that protects us against entry of environmental irritants and germs into our body, and prevent excessive loss of water.

Why do we need to supplement lipids in our skin?

Our skin normally loses a lot (~40-80 mg) of lipids a day and this loss is compensated by lipid synthesis in the skin. In dry harsh conditions or as we aged, this loss is greatly increased or the rate of lipid production is reduced. These will lead to depletion of lipids in the skin and cause xerosis (dry skin). Our skin barrier will then be compromised and our body will be vulnerable to the entry of environmental irritants and germs.

Does applying lipids on our skin help our skin?

When applied to skin, most lipids form a superficial lipid layer over the skin as a waterproof cover to prevent water loss. They are easily removed by bathing, washing or wiping, leaving the skin vulnerable to irritants and germs.

How does Vesiderm liposomes help to achieve good skin health?

Compromised skin barrier that allows unfettered infiltration of environmental irritants is a driver of many skin diseases such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Research have shown that frequent use of Vesiderm liposomes fortify the skin barrier and reduce infiltration of environmental irritants including psoriasis-inducing agents (patent pending).

why aren't liposomes more commonly used in skincare products?

Due to the traditionally high production costs, manufacturing true liposomes has been a challenge. However, Vesiderm has developed a way to significantly lower these costs through its proprietary A-STAR innovation. This breakthrough benefits both your skin and your wallet!

Will liposomes enter our blood stream?

The skin barrier is made of protein-filled dead cells surrounded by lipids. The top layer of the skin barrier is constantly sloughed off. Extensive research shows that liposomes on our skin will only enter the skin barrier, and will not reach the living cells below the skin barrier. The liposomes will not enter the blood stream.

I have an egg allergy, are the yolk lipids in vesiderm™ liposomes safe for me?

Rest assured, yolk lipids do not trigger egg allergy reactions, and are classified as Generally Regarded as Safe (GRAS) by the US FDA. In fact, they have a long safety track record as additives in many pharmaceutical preparations.

Is VesiDerm skincare range suitable for sensitive skin?

Absolutely! Vesiderm™ products are scientifically formulated to soothe and aid severely dry and sensitive skin. Research has shown that frequent use fortifies the skin barrier, reducing the infiltration of environmental irritants – even psoriasis-inducing agents!

Instruction for Use of Vesiderm Products

For efficacious skincare, apply to dry clean skin at least twice a day.
As this is a high intensive lotion and different skin types have unique replenishment requirements, test your skin replenishment needs with a small drop on one palm.
Rub hands together and spread the lotion over both hands until it is absorbed.
If necessary, use more lotion until hands feel hydrated and supple.
The amount of lotion needed for your hands will be a good estimate of the amount of lotion to a cover a similar area for the rest of your body.

Important: Apply on dry skin and not wet or damp skin

Where can i find the published research article?

Topical Application of Yolk Lecithin Liposomes Reinforces Skin Barrier Function Against Chemical Agents Such as Psoriasis-inducing IMQ and Alleviates Disease Phenotype. R.C. Lai, R.W.Y. Yeo, B. Zhang, M. Koh, S.S. Tan, W. K. Sim, S. B. Ang, Y.W.A Foong, M. J. Ng, K. H. Tan and S. K. Lim. (2018) Clin Exp Dermatol Ther: CEDT-146. DOI: 10.29011/2575-8268/100046.
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