Lucas Meyer Cosmetics by Clariant announced the global launch of Melicica, a natural skin repair ingredient inspired by the traditional healing properties of honey. Melicica is a natural extract of Jelly Bush honey, also known as Australian Manuka honey, which has long been prized for its unique biochemical composition and healing properties.

“Melicica offers an effective and innovative solution for improving damaged skin appearance across various skin types and concerns,” says Isabelle Lacasse, Head of Global Marketing, Product Line Management and Formulation at Lucas Meyer Cosmetics at Clariant.

“We have shown that this product provides numerous skin repair benefits ranging from reduced scar visibility to improved overall skin appearance, contributing to greater self-confidence and well-being.” Melicia (INCI: Glycerin (and) Water (and) Honey Extract) is particularly rich in potent bioactive compounds like leptosperin, which are found exclusively in specific varieties of Manuka flowers and known for their skin-healing properties. Rigorous scientific data shows that this powerful biochemical profile enables Melicica to enhance the skin's natural repair capabilities. 

In vitro studies have confirmed Melicica's ability to reduce the production of pro-inflammatory mediators and free radicals to mitigate inflammation and oxidative stress, enhance skin regeneration by modulating pro-collagen I production, and accelerate re-epithelialization by stimulating keratinocyte migration. Additionally, ex vivo studies have validated Melicica's capacity to modulate key gene expression across different phases of skin healing, optimizing skin repair and reducing scar appearance.

Melicica is China compliant, COSMOS approved, RSPO and HALAL certified, with 100% natural origin content, free from preservatives and parabens, eco-friendly, and readily biodegradable.