Why cosmetologists are interested in the biological activity of plant stem cells

Plant stem cells have long attracted the attention of scientists studying the mechanisms of aging. Their biological activity in many ways resembles similar human cells, and therefore the search for ways to use their potential in the fight against age-related skin changes does not stop. Estet-portal.com recalls that the effectiveness of such cells in antioxidant skin protection, correction of high fat content, reduction of inflammatory processes, improvement of turgor and hydration has already been confirmed. Researchers are confident that bioactive plant cells have a great future in cosmetology.

What is the biological activity of plant cells

All plants have certain growth zones, where cells are preserved throughout life, capable of actively dividing and differentiating. Such zones are at the tips of the roots, the tops of the shoots. Thanks to the biological activity of these cells, the plant develops, damaged areas are restored. Such areas with bioactive cells in plants are called meristims. Special cells grow in them, from which any cell of the body with powerful regenerative capabilities and high activity can subsequently turn out.

Meristima cells contain many amino acids, enzymes, minerals and vitamins. There are also phytohormones, and one of them – kinetin is able to influence the aging process not only in plants, but also exhibit similar activity in the human body.

Meristimal cells contain some substances that are found in the human body: these are enzymes with an antioxidant effect, elements for ensuring cell respiration.

In addition, proteins have been found in plants that affect the growth and division of cells in the human body.
Unlike human stem cells, all meristimal cells are totipotent, that is, they can turn into any cell that the body needs. And when damaged, plant cells can lose differentiation and become unspecialized again.

Possibilities of application of biological activity of plant cells in cosmetology

Just like in humans, plant stem cells produce special active substances that other cells do not have, and in high concentrations. In each plant, these cells have different properties.

Properties of meristimal cells of some plants that are beneficial for the skin

Centella Asiatica	Strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity
Edelweiss	Fight against free radicals, inhibition of the activity of certain enzymes – in particular, hyaluronidase and collagenase
Lilac	Strong anti-inflammatory action, sebum regulation, whitening
Gardenia	Promotion of collagen synthesis, inhibition of collagenase, activation of fibroblasts
Stallied Oak	Has the properties of a biorevitalizant, supports cell respiration
Swiss apple tree	Strengthens the walls of blood vessels, stimulates blood circulation, stimulates regenerative processes
Red grapes	Powerful antioxidant action, support of cell life cycle
Tomato	Protects cells from oxidative stress, prevents damage to cellular DNA
Argania	Stimulates the activity of fibroblasts, accelerates regeneration processes
Sea Fennel	Clarifies the skin and increases its hydration, controls the renewal of the epidermis

Introduced into the composition of the cosmetic, the meristimal cells of the plant are able to protect the skin from the harm of ultraviolet radiation and other stress factors. They visibly improve skin tone and help smooth fine wrinkles. Complexes of plant cells are being actively studied and implemented, which inhibit the activity of certain enzymes in the dermis and support neocollagenesis.