Recent clinical trials have revealed that Monteloeder, S.L.’s innovative supplement, Zeropollution, can effectively protect scalp health against environmental stressors. This discovery adds to the growing evidence supporting the “skinification” trend in hair and scalp care, where the principles of skincare are applied to hair treatment.
A Breakthrough for Sensitive Scalps
Zeropollution is an ingestible nutricosmetic ingredient formulated with a blend of four standardized botanical extracts: rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), olive leaves (Olea europaea), lemon verbena (Lippia citriodora), and Japanese pagoda tree (Sophora japonica). This unique combination targets the scalp’s sebum composition and enhances its ability to retain moisture, especially when exposed to environmental pollutants such as particulate matter, smoke, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
How Environmental Stress Affects the Scalp
Pollution is known to alter the skin barrier and microflora, while also increasing the production of reactive oxygen species. These changes damage scalp cell membranes, leading to clogged hair follicles and disrupting the natural balance of oils. As a result, hair struggles to grow, and individuals may experience scalp irritation, redness, dandruff, and adverse changes in hair texture.
Clinical Evidence Supporting Zeropollution
A study involving 66 women who work in urban environments, published in the journal Cosmetics by Nobile et al., demonstrated the positive effects of daily 250 mg doses of Zeropollution in gel capsule form. Over the course of four weeks, participants experienced significant improvements in several scalp and skin health metrics:
- Increased skin and scalp moisturization by 14.1%
- Reduced transepidermal water loss (TEWL) by 13.8%
- Decreased sebum content by 16.2%
- 71% of participants with sensitive scalps reported reduced redness
In addition, the supplement enhanced overall skin antioxidant status, improved skin radiance, color, elasticity, and firmness, and reduced wrinkle depth.
Expert Insights on Zeropollution
Dr. Nuria Caturla, Monteloeder’s Chief R&D Officer, highlighted the dual-action benefits of Zeropollution. “It nourishes and rejuvenates both the skin and scalp, offering protection against environmental stressors while enhancing overall health. The result is a refreshed and revitalized appearance,” she explained. Dr. Caturla also emphasized the relevance of this “beauty-from-within” formula in the context of the current skinification trend.
Dr. Caturla further noted that the development of Zeropollution was based on evidence supporting the effectiveness of consuming a diverse range of antioxidants rather than relying on high doses of a single one. “The selection of these botanicals was guided by a thorough review of both anecdotal and scientific literature and was validated through in vitro, ex vivo, and clinical testing to ensure the formula’s efficacy,” she added.
A Promising Solution for Scalp Health
With the proven benefits of Zeropollution, Monteloeder offers a compelling solution for individuals looking to protect their scalp and hair from the damaging effects of environmental stress. As the trend of skinification continues to grow, this supplement represents a significant advancement in scalp care, offering both protective and rejuvenating benefits.
