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Bioscrub®:
New patented and readily biodegradable exfoliants Bioscrub® products are naturally-derived exfoliants based on polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB). PHB is produced from renewable sources via the sustainable bio-fermentation of sugars. "Bioscrub® exfoliants not only satisfy the need for biodegradable alternatives to microplastic scrub particles, but their efficacy has been proven in an independant double blind study." Kevin Cousins, Sales Director |
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What is PHB? Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) belongs to a group of polyesters known as polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA). PHAs are produced by direct bacterial fermentation of glucose and sugar-containing substances such as molasses, lactose, cellulose or starch. The PHA is extracted, harvested and purified and the biodegradable plastic is made into pellets. The materials derived from this process are a sustainable alternative to petrochemical-derived products. PHB is a homopolymer and is the most prominent of the PHA biopolymer family. Benefits of Bioscrub® Bioscrub® grades are designed for use as non-irritating scrub and exfoliating agents, providing the same effectiveness as polyethylene microbead plastic exfoliants. Bioscrub® grades use a source of PHB that provides the following advantages: * No genetically modified bacteria are used in the fermentation process. * All dextrose is from non-GMO sources. * Exclusive patented extraction technology. * Small carbon footprint. Double blind study to demonstrate exfoliating efficacy A double blind study was performed by AMA Laboratories using a topically applied test material containing Bioscrub® 20PC intended to reduce the scaliness associated with dry and flaky skin. D-SQUAME skin sampling discs were used to measure exfoliation before and after treatment. Heavy amount of scaling represents pattern 5. Normal skin, producing a few areas of small clumps of cells or a fine even single layer of cells, represents pattern 1. Results:  Bioscrub® grades Bioscrub® exfoliants are available in 20 mesh (Bioscrub® 20PC) and 50 mesh (Bioscrub® 50PC) particle sizes. INCI: Polyhydroxybutyrate >> Download the Bioscrub® technical bulletin. |
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