Clinical Evidence on Maltodextrin

Oral and Topical Peptides for Skin Aging

Maltodextrin has been evaluated in the context of skin aging therapies. A systematic review found that peptide-based treatments, which may include maltodextrin as a carrier, significantly improved hydration and brightness in skin, with modest effects on wrinkle reduction. Read more.

Effects on Psoriasis Patients

In a study assessing the impact of inulin-type fructans on psoriasis, maltodextrin was noted as a component that may influence metabolic parameters. The results indicated that while maltodextrin did not show significant benefits, its presence in formulations warrants caution due to potential adverse effects on metabolic indices. Read more.

Topical Application of Probiotic-Derived EGF

Research on topical applications involving maltodextrin suggests its role in enhancing the delivery of active ingredients like EGF, which showed promising results in improving skin texture and reducing photoaging effects. Read more.