Soluble elastin for modern skin care
Discover matripure®, our high-purity soluble elastin specially designed for cosmetic applications. Natural elastin, made in Germany.
Whether in creams, as an ingredient in masks, or in serums, benefit from our expertise and enhance your products with the unique properties of elastin.
Elastin.
The Protein Behind Elasticity.
20+ years of Expertise in Elastin
High-purity porcine and bovine elastin ingredients for innovative cosmetic formulations – developed and manufactured in Germany.
high Purity
Made in Germany
Application know-how
Why Elastin?
Collagen provides strength.
Elastin provides elasticity.
Elastin is a key structural protein of the extracellular matrix and contributes to the elasticity and resilience of skin. Together with collagen, it forms an essential part of the skin's supporting architecture.
Unlike collagen, elastin is specifically designed to stretch and return to its original shape, making it a unique protein for innovative skin care concepts.
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Elastin in Skin Care
From Structural Protein to Cosmetic Ingredient.
Elastin is more than a structural protein. In hydrolyzed form, it becomes a versatile ingredient for modern cosmetic formulations, combining protein-based skin conditioning with moisture-binding and film-forming properties.
Hydration & Skin Feel
Elastin is more than just a structural protein. In its hydrolyzed form, it becomes a versatile ingredient for modern cosmetic formulations—combining protein-based skincare with moisture-binding and film-forming properties.
Skin Conditioning
As a hydrolyzed protein active ingredient, elastin offers interesting possibilities for nourishing and restorative formulations for dry, mature, and sensitive skin.
Film Formation
Thanks to its film-forming properties, hydrolyzed elastin is an interesting ingredient for formulations designed to support moisture retention and improve the skin's feel.
Elastin - a versatile protein ingredient for modern skin care concepts
Ideal for:
One Protein. Two Sources.
Choose the Elastin ingredient that fits your formulation and target market. Our porcine and bovine Elastin ingredients combine high purity with our long-standing expertise in Elastin processing and production.
PORCINE ELASTIN
- highest purity
- porcine source
- water soluble
- Made in Germany
Choose matripure®, if:
You are looking for a proven elastin ingredient derived from pigs for innovative cosmetic formulations
BOVINE ELASTIN
- highest purity
- bovine origin
- water soluble
- Made in Germany
- from halal-certified raw material
Not sure which raw material is right for your application?
Choose matripure® B, if:
You prefer beef as a raw material or develop products for markets where beef is a key ingredient and Halal certification is important.
From Ingredient to Innovation.
Explore the versatility of Elastin in modern cosmetic formulations, from lightweight serums to rich skin care and protein-based hair care concepts.
Face Care
Creams & Emulsions
For moisturizing, conditioning and sophisticated skin care formulations.
Serums
Lightweight Formulations
For modern, protein-based serums and concentrated skin care concepts.
Masks
Intensive Care
For moisturizing and conditioning face masks and intensive treatment concepts.
Body Care
Skin Conditioning
For body lotions and premium care formulations with a focus on moisture and skin feel.
Hair Care
Protein-Based Care
For conditioners, masks and care concepts for demanding hair.
IDEAL FOR PRODUCT CONCEPTS:
APPLICATION SPOTLIGHT - From Ingredient to Skin Care
BOUNCE+ - powered by matripure®
From in-house-developed raw materials to the finished formulation: Bounce+ demonstrates the potential applications of our high-purity elastin in modern skincare.
With Bounce+, the innovative anti-aging cream with elastin, you can restore your skin’s natural elasticity. The unique formula, featuring our elastin complex, provides intense hydration and supports the regeneration of the skin’s structure, for skin that feels supple, smooth, and youthfully fresh.
- Lightweight O/W moisturizing cream
- Formulated without added silicones, fragrances, or parabens
- Contains elastin hydrolysate (matripure®) to support skin care
- improves the skin's elasticity and firmness
- reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- provides deep hydration, improving the skin's suppleness and smoothness
- forms a protective barrier that locks in moisture
Built on Science. Inspired by Biology - Elastin in der Haut
Elastin is one of the most important structural proteins of the extracellular matrix. Its unique structure allows tissues such as the skin to stretch and return to their original shape, a property that fundamentally distinguishes elastin from other structural proteins.
We give the skin back what it has lost!
Skin aging
Skin aging is a complex process triggered by changes in the skin. Both internal (genetically determined) and external (resulting from environmental influences) influences play a significant role here. The skin loses elasticity, mainly due to the breakdown of elastin in the dermis. Wrinkles are formed.
The role of elastin
The function of elastin. Elastin and collagen are important structural proteins in the extracellular matrix (ECM) of connective tissue that provide elasticity and resilience to various organs and tissues. Elastin is particularly abundant in tissues that are repeatedly stretched and relaxed, such as the skin, lungs, arteries and ligaments. In addition to the unparalleled stretch and recovery properties that elastin provides, elastin fragments also play an important role in cellular signaling and the regulation of cell migration, proliferation and inflammation. (Source: 1-4)
The origin of elastin. Elastin is primarily produced during pre- and postnatal development and inevitably ceases during childhood. The maintenance of elastin throughout the lifespan is crucial for the maintenance of all the functions mentioned above. Once the elastic fibers are damaged, their initial state cannot be restored. (5,6)
Elastin in the skin. The loss of structural integrity of the elastic fibers in the skin is caused by various internal (e.g. proteinases) and external (e.g. excessive sun exposure, mechanical stress, reactive oxygen species) factors. This leads to sagging and wrinkled skin. (5-8)
Elastin in ligaments. In addition, it is often overlooked that elastin along the collagen fibers in ligaments accounts for up to 70% of the laxity of the skin.
Elastin-based cosmetic products
Unlike collagen, elastin cannot be newly formed in the skin; it is lost. However, soluble elastin can be easily processed in the form of creams, emulsions and as a fiber material. It has high purity and skin compatibility.
Elastin thus represents a novel and highly interesting material for anti-aging applications, for example.
matripure® - pure Elastin from matrihealth
We have developed an innovative method for elastin extraction that enables us to produce high-purity and water-soluble elastin even on a large scale at attractive prices. Thus, elastin is now also available in the cosmetics and care products sector for external and internal use.
Wrinkle formation due to elastin degradation in the skin
Pure elastin as a new material for cosmetics and care products.
matripure® for cosmetics
Maintain youthful skin. Hydrolyzed elastin improves skin elasticity and firmness and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Its bioactive peptides support skin rejuvenation by stimulating the natural production of skin fibroblasts. 11-13
Moisturizing and nourishing. With its superior moisturizing properties, hydrolyzed elastin provides deep moisture retention and improves skin suppleness and smoothness. It forms a protective barrier that locks in moisture and is suitable for dry and sensitive skin types. 11-14
Hair care. Hydrolyzed elastin nourishes the scalp and strengthens hair strands, leaving hair healthier and shinier. It helps prevent breakage and restores elasticity, making it ideal for damaged or chemically treated hair. 14,15
matripure® as a nutriceutical
Beauty from within. As a dietary supplement, hydrolyzed elastin supports skin health from the inside out by improving hydration, elasticity and smoothness of the skin while reducing the number and length of wrinkles. In addition, elastin peptides have a skin-brightening effect by down-regulating tyrosinase activity, which leads to a reduction in melanin levels in the skin. Regular use complements current skincare routines for a holistic approach to beauty. 16-21
Healthy ageing and sports nutrition. Elastin peptides are building blocks for connective tissue and have protective properties for maintaining elastic fibers. Bioactive peptides have consistently shown positive effects on health-related factors such as inflammation, oxidative stress and recovery after exercise. 22,23
certified quality
Our products are manufactured according to the production of cosmetic products and cosmetic raw materials according to the standards of Cosmetic - GMP DIN EN ISO 22716
Elastin expertise from Germany
matrihealth GmbH specializes in the industrial extraction and processing of elastin and offers a high-quality raw material for cosmetics and personal care products. With over 20 years of experience in elastin research, innovative isolation processes, and scalable production methods, our team sets standards in quality, technology, and application-oriented development.
Our entire production takes place in Germany – from the careful selection of raw materials to filling. Regular analyses by independent laboratories guarantee consistent quality and maximum product safety.
Specialist literature on the topic:
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