Cryptomphalus aspersa Mollusc Egg Extract Promotes Regenerative Effects in Human Dermal Papilla Stem Cells

February 2017 in “International journal of molecular sciences”

María Teresa Alameda, Esther Morel, Concepción Parrado, Salvador González, Ángeles Juarranz

TLDR Mollusc egg extract helps skin and hair cells grow and heal.

The study investigated the effects of Cryptomphalus aspersa mollusc egg extract (e-CAF) on human hair dermal papilla cells (HHDPCs) in vitro. It was found that e-CAF promoted the proliferation and migration of HHDPCs in a time- and dose-dependent manner, enhanced their migratory behavior, and increased the expression of adhesion molecules. These findings suggested that e-CAF could contribute to skin regeneration and might be useful for preventing or repairing damaged tissue caused by external factors or aging.

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