Nutricosmetics, the fusion of nutrition and cosmeticsaccording to trends in 2024 and figures for 2023. With heightened awareness of the importance of many themes, including beauty from within, the year 2025 promises to be rich in innovation, according to the outlook for the year 2024. Here are the 5 major trends to watch.
1. Probiotics for balanced skin
Probiotics, known for their benefits to the intestinal microbiotaprobiotics are becoming essential allies for skin health. In fact, a 27% increase in the consumption of probiotic-based food supplements was recorded between 2022 and 2023. By 2025, according to Synadiet's 2024 barometer, expect to see an explosion in products containing probiotics and targeting the intestine-skin axis in particular. Research shows that probiotics can :
- Improve skin problems such as acne, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis :
In an early study of probiotic supplementation in 1961, 300 acne patients taking probiotic tablets improved their acne by 80%,
A 2010 study in Korea showed that the incidence of atopic dermatitis can be effectively reduced by providing various probiotics such as Bifidobacterium bifidum BGN4, Bifidobacterium lactis AD011 and Lactobacillus acidophilus AD03 to women and infants before and after childbirth.
In a documented case of severe pustular psoriasis from 2012, an improvement in skin condition was observed within two weeks of supplementation with Lactobacillus sporogenes, with almost complete resolution after four weeks.
- Reinforcing the cutaneous barrier against external aggressions Research published in the Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology indicates that probiotics can improve the integrity of the cutaneous barrier and protect the skin against external aggressions, helping to preserve skin hydration.
- Reduce inflammation and redness The work of scientists carried out on human cells in Experimental Dermatology show that Bifidobacterium longum has the ability to reduce various parameters associated with inflammation, such as vasodilation and the appearance of oedema.
Example: Supplements containing Lactobacillus acidophilus or Bifidobacterium longum have been the subject of studies showing their positive impact on skin quality..
2. Bioactive peptides: collagen boosters
Collagen remains a key ingredient, but in 2025, the focus will be on bioactive peptides derived from this ingredient. These small protein fragments naturally stimulate collagen and elastin production in the skin.
Clinically proven efficacy A 2008 clinical study on 33 Japanese women aged between 40 and 59 revealed a significant 28% increase in skin hydration.
Another clinical study from 2012, carried out on 99 French women aged between 40 and 65, revealed that collagen fragmentation in the dermis was reduced by 17.8% after 4 weeks and by 31.2% after 12 weeks of supplementation with 10g of marine collagen.
In 2024, a clinical study carried out on 85 Asian women aged 40 to 65 who consumed 5g of porcine collagen or a placebo confirmed these results. Skin density was improved by 6.3%, and the same study showed a reduction in the depth of wrinkles in crow's feet.
Example: Products containing fish peptides deliver rapid results in terms of elasticity, skin density and hydration.
3. Adaptogenic nutricosmetics: the power of plants
Adaptogenic plants, such as ashwagandha, ginseng and rhodiola, are becoming increasingly popular thanks to their effects on overall health, notably through improved quality of life and general well-being, which have an indirect impact on skin condition. These adaptogens act primarily by reducing various parameters such as mental fatigue and anxiety, and by improving sleep quality, which is associated with reduced stress and helps prevent premature ageing and improve skin radiance.
- Ashwagandha A review published in 2021 of the various data available in the literature on this ingredient demonstrated that this plant can significantly reduce markers of stress, anxiety and insomnia, with indirect effects on skin quality.
- Ginseng Rich in ginsenosides, it is known for its antioxidant properties that protect the skin from free radicals, as shown by a publication in the Journal of Ginseng Research.
- Rhodiola Studied for its ability to treat stress-induced conditions and disorders while providing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection beneficial to the skin.
Key benefits:
- Reduces the stress hormone cortisol, which can accelerate skin aging.
- Improved skin radiance.
Adaptogens can be integrated into multi-active complexes targeting skin, hair and general well-being.
4. Anti-pollution nutricosmetics
With pollution levels on the rise worldwideconsumers are looking for solutions to protect their skin from damage caused by fine particles and free radicals.
Star ingredients :
- Vitamin C and E Powerful antioxidants that neutralize free radicals by reducing oxidative stress. For example, a study published in Plast Aesthet Res in 2021 showed that vitamin C improves collagen synthesis and protects skin against UV damage. Vitamin E, meanwhile, works in synergy with vitamin C to reinforce the antioxidant activity of the skin barrier.
- Plant extracts such as white horehound and milk thistle, known for their detoxifying and antioxidant properties.
These nutricosmetics will be backed by clinical results proving their ability to reduce markers of oxidative stress.
6. Focus on hair health
Hair beauty becomes a priority. Nutricosmetics for hair include active ingredients such as :
- Biotin Promotes healthy hair. For example, a 2017 review of existing literature on this vitamin showed that biotin supplementation can improve hair quality
- Keratin or Hydrolyzed Keratin Strengthens hair and reduces hair loss. A study published in Polymers in 2023 testifies to the effectiveness of keratin in repairing hair fibers and increasing their moisture content and suppleness,
These products address both hair loss problems and the need to improve hair quality.
Example: supplements such as those incorporating hydrolyzed keratin and zinc blends to target hair appearance and stimulate growth.
Conclusion
The year 2025 promises to be a turning point for nutricosmetics, with innovations focused on scientific efficacy, personalization and sustainability. By integrating these trends into your routine, you'll be able to take advantage of advances in natural, sustainable beauty. Get ready for a new era in nutricosmetics!
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a molecule naturally present in our bodies. Particularly in the skin, which stores 50% of the human body's total hyaluronic acid, joints and eyes. It plays a key role in maintainingskin hydration and elasticity thanks to its unique ability to retain up to 1,000 times its weight in water. With age, natural hyaluronic acid production declines, leading to dryness, wrinkles and loss of cutaneous volume.