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20 December

Scientists at St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technology and Design have developed a technology for producing a unique emulsion cream with nanoparticles, which has anti-inflammatory and healing effects, as well as protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation and helps fight aging.

"Zinc oxide nanoparticles are known for their photocatalytic effect, so we assume that this cream is able to protect the skin from UV radiation. In turn, silver nanoparticles are an antimicrobial component of the cream, and also contribute to wound healing. Laboratory studies are currently being conducted to verify the antimicrobial properties of the developed cream. In the future, it is planned to conduct clinical trials," says Ekaterina Kudryavtseva, an assistant at the Department of Chemical Technologies named after prof. A.A. Kharkharov of Ƶ.

The cream includes zinc oxide and silver nanoparticles, as well as peach oil, cocoa butter and hydrogenated castor oil. These components complement the cream with vitamins, antioxidants, fatty acids, and also allow you to restore the lipid balance in a short period of time. The cream is suitable for men and women over the age of 18 with any skin type.

Scientists note that the zinc oxide and silver nanoparticles were not chosen by chance. It is these components that make it possible to achieve simultaneous anti-inflammatory and protective effects. The development surpasses analogues with enhanced action due to the use of nanoparticles, and also allows for low cost of the final product, ease of implementation in production while maintaining quality.

"The emulsion cream with nanoparticles has an enhanced anti-inflammatory and healing effect, as well as protects the skin from UV rays and reduces the likelihood of premature skin aging. Natural ingredients moisturize, nourish, and soften the skin. The cream does not contain irritating and toxic components, which means it is suitable even for sensitive skin," said Anna Sharapova, a student at Ƶ. The product is versatile, suitable for both age-related skin, which needs a gentle approach, moisturizing, and for young skin, for which it is important to retain moisture in the epidermis. It is also suitable for problem skin, which needs the cream to have antibacterial properties while restoring natural lipids for protection and regeneration.

For a number of years, the Department of Chemical Technologies named after A.A. Kharkharov has been working on the production of colloidal solutions of mono- and bicomponent silver and copper nanoparticles.