AmphiCare A is a 100% upcycled, bio-based surfactant made from local agri-food waste and organic side streams. Developed by the Belgian biotech company AmphiStar, it serves as an ultra-mild, microbiome-friendly, eco-friendly, and sulfate-free alternative to fossil- or palm oil-based ingredients used in personal care formulations such as shampoos and makeup products. AmphiCare A has been proven to be non-skin irritating and non-skin sensitising. In addition, it is currently the only sophorolipid on the market that has been demonstrated to be non-irritating to the eyes.
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The MyMicrobiome Standard evaluates cosmetic and personal care products, that encounter the skin or mucous membrane, in terms of their influence on the microbiome located at a specific body site.
An intact skin microbiome has a fundamental influence on skin health. Products which are to be skin-friendly must also be Microbiome-friendly in order not to unbalance the skin of the user.
The MyMicrobiome Standard evaluates the influence of cosmetic and personal care products on the microbial key players of a specific skin or mucous membrane area. The human microbiome is very individual from person to person.
Each area, however, harbors a characteristic composition of bacteria, viruses and fungi. The test examines the products influence on the key organisms typical for each skin area and thus offers a standardized procedure.
Here you can find an overview of our testing standards: MyMicrobiome Standard
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