Meet Malassezin – The New Anti-Aging Skincare Active Your Skin Needs

Growing older is a privilege. Leaving your 20s behind often means more confidence and generally feeling more comfortable in your own skin. But if your skin is looking older than you feel, you may find yourself researching anti-aging skincare. You may already be familiar with the benefits of anti-aging skincare actives like retinol, vitamin C, and salicylic acid. Now there’s a new active that you need to know about – Malassezin.

Malassezin is an all-new, clinically-proven ingredient that’s being used in skincare for the first time ever. This revolutionary ingredient is Malassezin — a breakthrough backed by six years of research with a team of expert scientists. And the clinical trials say it all: Malassezin is a powerful anti-aging skincare ingredient, proven to visibly fade hyperpigmentation and deliver brighter-looking skin in as little as four weeks.

Skin aging happens to us all, but the good news is that you can reduce the visible signs of aging with the right skincare actives. Here’s what you need to know:

4 Ways Aging Affects Your Skin

Aging may be a privilege but it can also have less than positive effects on every part of you, from your joint health to your hair color. When you find yourself noticing changes in your skin tone, radiance and elasticity, the effects of skin aging can be frustrating. 

Here are the 4 main ways that aging affects your skin:

1. Fine lines and wrinkles: collagen is key to firm, supple skin. Aging skin produces less of it, leading to looser skin and wrinkles.  

2. Your skin becomes thinner: thinner skin can have a wrinkled, paper-like texture and be more vulnerable to bruising.

3. Age spots appear: sun exposure and hormonal changes can leave you with dark spots and uneven skin tone.

4. Aging skin can be dry: the aging process means your skin produces less moisturising oils (sebum) and can become dry and itchy.

But mature skin can still be great skin. With so many skincare actives out there, it can be confusing to know which anti-aging skincare routine to invest in. That’s why Mother Science co-founders Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger and Mike Einziger drew on their scientific backgrounds to create Malassezin – a brand new active that addresses aging in a revolutionary way.

Malassezin is a naturally-occurring molecule in the skin microbiome – the community of microorganisms that live on your skin surface and keep it healthy. Mother Science used advanced biotechnology (biology + cutting edge laboratory technology) to create a highly pure form of the Malassezin molecule that powers all their anti-aging skincare. 

The Newest Skincare Active to Target the Signs of Skin Aging

From reducing the appearance of dark spots to visibly brightening skin tone, Malassezin benefits all skin tones and types — and has been shown to be especially effective in reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation and sun damage. 

Molecular Hero Serum

Discover the Many Anti-Aging Benefits of Malassezin:

At every moment, your skin cells are experiencing multiple chemical reactions. These can produce unstable molecules known as free radicals. Free radicals cause the signs of skin aging by damaging your skin at a cellular level causing dark spots, wrinkles and loss of elasticity. The sun’s rays and exposure to pollution can also trigger an overproduction of free radicals.

Here’s how Malassezin works to protect your skin from free radical damage and the visible signs of skin aging: 

1. Malassezin Brightens + Evens Your Skin Tone 

Sun exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors can cause an overproduction of free radicals. Free radicals can trigger your skin to produce excess melanin (the pigment that gives your skin its natural color) which shows up on your skin as dark spots. 

Malassezin is so effective against dark spots because it is a powerful antioxidant – 10 x more powerful than vitamin C. Antioxidants act like an off-switch to free radicals, preventing them from damaging your skin cells and triggering hyperpigmentation.

Many skin-brightening ingredients can be sensitizing to your skin because their strong action can damage your skin’s protective barrier. Despite being a powerful antioxidant, Malassezin is gentle on your skin because it naturally supports the health of your skin barrier. Read more here about Malassezin and sensitive skin. So, if you’re looking for dramatic results without dryness or irritation, you can replace your vitamin C treatment with Molecular Hero Serum and see supercharged results without compromising your skin barrier. 

Skin Renewal Set

Molecular Hero Serum

2. Malassezin Helps Prevent Future Dark Spots

Through extensive lab testing and two clinical trials, Malassezin was seen to significantly reduce the appearance of dark spots, sun spots, and other types of discoloration. Malassezin’s unique antioxidant action also prevents the formation of future dark spots.  

Our studies have shown that Malassezin helps stop free radicals from damaging skin and producing excess melanin. With daily use of sunscreen (at least Sun Protection Factor 30) and Molecular Hero Serum, your skin is protected by powerful antioxidants that help stop hyperpigmentation from forming in the first place.

Molecular Hero Serum

Molecular Discovery Set

3. Malassezin + Retinol Improves the Look of Fine Lines + Wrinkles

According to dermatologists, antioxidants and retinol are two effective anti-aging skincare ingredients that help you achieve smoother skin.

Here’s how antioxidants and retinol help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles:

✔️ Retinol delivers smoother skin by stimulating collagen production, promoting skin cell turnover, and increasing the rate at which your skin renews itself.

✔️ Antioxidants deliver smoother skin by blocking the free radicals that are known to break down the structure of your skin and cause creasing and creping.

The antioxidants in Malassezin prevent and visibly improve signs of aging on the skin. We combined Malassezin with encapsulated retinol – an advanced form of retinol – to deliver Retinol Synergist – a ground-breaking solution that is even more effective for improving the look of fine lines and wrinkles. 

Retinol can be harsh on your skin and cause dry skin, peeling and redness – all signs of damage to your skin’s protective barrier. Because Malassezin supports your skin barrier health by strengthening essential proteins and activating your skin's natural antioxidant defenses, Retinol Synergist is much gentler on your skin than retinol alone. 

Skin Renewal Set

Retinol Synergist

4. Malassezin Protects Your Skin’s Moisture Barrier 

Unlike other harsher active ingredients that can compromise your skin’s natural protective  barrier layer, Malassezin helps support the proteins and natural moisturizing factors that make up a healthy skin barrier. That means visible results without dryness, redness, or irritation of any kind. In fact, in a study of over 200 people, half of which self-reported having sensitive skin, zero participants reported irritation in any form. 

The outermost layer of your skin – known as your skin barrier – is essential for your skin’s overall health and radiance and needs to be protected. Malassezin helps defend your skin barrier against environmental threats and protects your skin’s critical moisture levels. 

Molecular Genesis Barrier Repair Moisturizer

Molecular Discovery Set

5. Malassezin is Gentle on Your Skin

The revolutionary nature of Malassezin is a game-changer for anti-aging skincare. If you’re looking for a gentle but effective way to address and help prevent the signs of skin aging like hyperpigmentation and sun damage, Malassezin offers a clinically-proven solution. 

Malassezin is safe to use with other anti-aging skincare actives — like retinol, salicylic acid, and AHA — and doesn’t cause irritation like redness, peeling, or dryness. So you can safely introduce Malassezin into your current routine and continue using your other favorite skincare actives. We believe this patented ingredient is the basis of all good skincare routines for all skin types and tones.

Malassezin - The Newest Anti-Aging Skincare Active

We know consistent use delivers the best results from Mother Science Products. That’s why we offer discounted bundles and 10% off all subscription orders. We want the very best for you and your skin.

At Mother Science, we strive to make revolutionary products validated by science and clinical trials. We believe in our products, and we’re confident that you will love them too, but if you’re not completely satisfied, we offer free returns within 30 days of receiving your products.

Questions? Take a look at our FAQ page or reach out to us at hello@motherscience.com.