Cannabis Stem Fermentation for Anti-Wrinkle Cosmetics
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current cosmetic products are inadequate in addressing photoaging-induced wrinkles due to limitations in using cannabis components regulated by law, and existing treatments do not effectively alleviate skin damage caused by UV exposure.
Innovation Solution
A cosmetic composition utilizing a Lacticaseibacillus casei (KCTC 3109) fermentation product of cannabis stems as an active ingredient, which is derived from non-regulated cannabis stem parts, effectively alleviates wrinkles caused by photoaging through fermentation processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If cannabis components (leaves, flowers, resin) are used in cosmetic products, then anti-wrinkle and photoaging effects are improved, but legal restrictions and regulatory limitations occur due to narcotic control laws
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and utilizes only the stem portion of cannabis, separating it from the narcotic-controlled components (leaves, flowers, resin containing THC, CBD, CBN). This allows legal production while maintaining cosmetic benefits through fermentation of stem-specific compounds
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the chemical parameters of cannabis stem through microbial fermentation, transforming raw stem material into a fermented extract with enhanced bioactive compounds. This parameter transformation creates a legally distinct product with improved anti-wrinkle efficacy
2Ease of operation
If conventional cosmetic treatments are used for photoaging, then general skin care is provided, but effective alleviation of UV-induced skin damage and wrinkles is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The fermentation process transforms the chemical composition of cannabis stem extract, generating new bioactive compounds with enhanced UV protection and anti-wrinkle properties. This parameter change creates superior photoaging protection compared to conventional treatments
Solution Approach 2:
The fermented extract combines multiple bioactive compounds produced during fermentation, creating a composite material with synergistic effects against UV damage, collagen degradation, and wrinkle formation
3Device complexity
If cannabis stem extract is used without fermentation, then simple formulation is achieved, but cytotoxicity is high and anti-wrinkle effect is limited
Solution Approach 1:
Fermentation fundamentally changes the chemical parameters of cannabis stem extract, reducing cytotoxic compounds while generating beneficial metabolites. This transformation improves both safety and efficacy despite added process complexity
Solution Approach 2:
Lactic acid bacteria serve as an intermediary agent that mediates the transformation of cannabis stem extract. The bacteria modify the extract's composition, reducing toxicity and enhancing anti-wrinkle activity through metabolic conversion
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The composition significantly reduces cytotoxicity and enhances anti-wrinkle effects against UV light, providing a more effective solution for photoaging compared to other lactic acid bacteria, with potential applications in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and health functional foods.
Implementation Method 1
when the cannabis stem raw material or extract was fermented through lactic acid bacteria, wrinkles could be alleviated
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a use of a fermentation product of Lacticaseibacillus casei of cannabis stems and an extract thereof for ameliorating skin wrinkles caused by photoaging, and to an anti-wrinkle cosmetic composition or pharmaceutical composition including the fermentation product.