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Hair care for seniors

 

Surveys show that well-aging is now the focus of hair care for seniors. This means that the emphasis is no longer on dyeing gray or white hair, but on the desire for healthy, vibrant hair. Hair care for older people should specifically address age-related changes, such as dry scalp, finer or thinning hair, slower hair growth, or hair loss.

 

 

New approaches to hair care in old age

Wesource by Seppic has developed innovative active ingredients that are specifically tailored to the needs of mature hair structures. Three promising examples:

 

Sea beet extract

INCI: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract

Trade name/manufacturer: Sea Satin™ / Seppic

An oil-soluble extract from the robust sea beet (Beta maritima), which can withstand extreme environmental conditions such as UV radiation, salt, and wind.

Effect:

  • Restructures dry, damaged hair
  • Adds shine and volume
  • Counteracts oxidative stress and hair aging
  • Smoothes the hair, making it supple
  • Soothes the scalp

Effectiveness:

  • In vitro: Reduction of lipid peroxidation, protection against oxidative damage
  • UVB model: Significant inhibition of inflammatory mediators at 0.2%
  • In vivo: After 28 days, noticeably smoother hair, more shine and volume

Concentration: 1%

Certifications: COSMOS, NATRUE, RSPO Mass Balance, China listed

 

Golden sea fennel

INCI: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (and) Crithmum maritimum Extract

Trade name/manufacturer: Native Essence™ / Seppic

An oil-soluble extract from golden sea fennel—also known as golden sea fennel—a plant that is adapted to extreme marine environments.

Effect:

  • Supports the skin barrier and keratin formation
  • Activates cell metabolism
  • Improves lipid balance and moisture balance
  • Strengthens hair and scalp

Effectiveness:

  • In vitro: Increase in cell energy under UVB stress
  • Explant model: +87% lipid synthesis (e.g., ceramides, phytosphingosines)
  • Visibly smoother, shinier hair after just one application

Concentration: 1%

Certifications: COSMOS, NATRUE, no preservatives, China listed

 

Pro-vitamin B5 & algae extract

INCI: Aqua/Water, Butylene Glycol*, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract (*plant-based)

Trade name/manufacturer: Bioenergizer™ P BG PF / Seppic

A water-soluble extract of pro-vitamin B5 and two brown algae: rockweed (Pelvetia canaliculata) and fingerweed (Laminaria digitata).

Effect:

  • Nourishes the scalp
  • Promotes hair growth and density
  • Improves scalp energy

Effectiveness:

  • After 8 weeks: +10% hair density, +27% hair length
  • Lasting effect even after the end of treatment

Dosage: Up to 5%

Certifications: Halal, China listed

 

 

Other active ingredients for hair care in old age

In addition to the innovative Seppic active ingredients, there are a number of other proven ingredients that specifically address the needs of mature hair and sensitive scalps:

Biotin (INCI: Biotin)

Important for skin and hair cell regeneration. Reduces dryness and can counteract hair loss.

Borage oil (INCI: Borago officinalis Seed Oil)

Rich in gamma-linolenic acid, strengthens the skin barrier, has an anti-inflammatory effect, and repairs brittle hair.

Millet extract (INCI: Panicum Miliaceum Seed Extract)

Contains high levels of silicic acid, promotes hair structure, relieves itching, and strengthens the skin barrier—ideal for hair loss.

Candle tree (INCI: Water, Glycerin, Cassia Alata Leaf Extract)

The BASF active ingredient DN-Age® protects melanocytes and fibroblasts from oxidative stress, slows down graying and strengthens hair growth.

Burdock oil (INCI: Arctium Lappa Root Extract)

Strengthens the protective layer of the hair, has a soothing, anti-inflammatory and revitalizing effect. According to studies, it stimulates the stem cells of the hair follicles.

Copper tripeptide (INCI: Copper Tripeptide-34)

The peptide TEGO® Pep 3-Boost (Evonik) supports the hair cycle, improves scalp condition, and visibly regenerates aging hair.

Panthenol (INCI: Panthenol)

Moisturizing, smoothing, soothing—penetrates deep into the skin and hair and strengthens the hair structure.

Santo herb (INCI: Eriodictyon californicum Extract)

Contains antioxidant bioflavonoids, protects hair follicles, delays aging, and promotes hair density and vitality (e.g., SantEnergy™ from Mibelle).

Grape seed oil (INCI: Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil)

Rich in linoleic and oleic acids – has a moisturizing and antioxidant effect and supports dry, mature scalps and hair structure.

 

 

Conclusion: Focus on vitality and hair health

Hair care for seniors is evolving—away from mere cosmetics and toward targeted support for hair and scalp in later years.

Cosmacon GmbH integrates both modern and proven active ingredients into innovative formulations for shampoos, tonics, treatments, fluids, and hair oils—individually tailored to the specific needs of older target groups.

With in-depth know-how and scientific expertise, we develop effective care products for you that meet the needs of an active, health-conscious generation 60+.

 

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