Scientific Collaboration Spotlight
Sunflower sprout extract validated as a bioinspired support to UV filtration in a new photoprotection study.
At Mibelle Biochemistry, scientific collaboration is key to driving advanced skincare innovation. We are therefore pleased to highlight a new peer‑reviewed study from the University of Birmingham, conducted in collaboration with Stéphane Poigny and Marc Fischer from our Mibelle Biochemistry team, in which our sunflower sprout extract played a central role.
The research examined the extract’s natural photoprotective behavior and compared its photochemical profile to pure chlorogenic acid, a well‑characterised antioxidant and UV‑protective polyphenol identified in our sunflower sprout extract. The results showed virtually identical ultrafast photodynamics, demonstrating that the extract’s natural molecular complexity does not impair its ability to efficiently dissipate UV energy
These findings reinforce the rising relevance of nature‑derived UV protection strategies and confirm the multifunctionality of sunflower sprout bioactives - insights that could offer additional benefits for several of our innovations:
- RejuveNAD™ – our NAD⁺‑ boosting longevity active derived from organic sunflower sprouts.
- InfraGuard – our antioxidant and infrared‑protective complex for defense against environmental and energy‑induced aging.
- Sunflower Shoot Active – our vitality‑enhancing sprout extract supporting skin energy and protection..
The study highlights the wide variety of light-protective polyphenols found in sprouts - precisely the biomolecules that contribute to the efficacy of our bioactive ingredients. This is perfectly aligned with our ongoing mission to unlock the power of plants for next-generation skin protection and longevity solutions being inspired by nature.
We are proud to have supported this research and thank the team at the University of Birmingham for their excellent work.
