Preparation and Evaluation of Complexed Ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10) Antiaging Hyaluronic Acid-Vitamin C Serum for Skin Care

Overview

Journal J Cosmet Dermatol

Specialty Dermatology

Date 2024 Dec 31

PMID 39739360

Authors

Hawazin Arkan Yousif

Israa Al-Ani

Maha N Abu Hajleh

Sina Matalqah

Wael Abu Dayyih

Emad A Al-Dujaili

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Abstract

Background: Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is widely recognized for its powerful antioxidant properties, sparking considerable interest in its application within skincare treatments. However, its inherently poor water solubility has posed a major challenge in formulating effective skincare products.

Methods: This research aimed to develop and evaluate a water-soluble CoQ10 serum by forming a complex with hydroxypropyl β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD). The study focused on assessing its physicochemical properties, CoQ10 concentration, spread ability, viscosity, pH, physical stability, irritation potential, and diffusion performance. The complexation process was carried out using kneading and trituration techniques, with thorough characterization via validated analytical methods such as solubility tests, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) analyses.

Results: The CoQ10-HPβCD complex prepared using the trituration technique at a 2:1 ratio (CoQ10 to HPβCD) demonstrated superior water solubility, reaching 17.5 ± 1.8 mg mL, the highest among the tested formulations. Moreover, this formulation achieved the greatest encapsulation efficiency, retaining 71% ± 3.8% of CoQ10. FTIR and DSC analyses confirmed the successful formation of the complex. The formulated serum exhibited shear-thinning behavior, an optimal pH of 4.3 ± 0.2 closely aligning with the skin's natural acidity for enhanced compatibility-along with excellent spreadability and stability. Diffusion tests revealed a significant enhancement in solubility when CoQ10 was complexed, effectively overcoming its solubility barrier. Irritation tests validated the serum's safety for topical use.

Conclusion: This study successfully developed a CoQ10 serum that overcame its solubility limitation, demonstrating favorable properties for skincare application. With its strong physicochemical characteristics and biocompatibility, this formulation shows significant promise for broader incorporation into skincare products.

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