topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claimNew evidence shows it amplifies oxidative stress via epigenetics in senescent cells [].
evidence level3
citationZhu Liangyu (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Bioactive Compounds: Antioxidation, Autophagy, and Translational Applications in Skin Protection
topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claimThis forms a “antioxidation→anti-inflammation→reduced ROS” virtuous cycle [].
evidence level3
citationZhu Liangyu (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Bioactive Compounds: Antioxidation, Autophagy, and Translational Applications in Skin Protection
topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claimIt reduces senescence-associated β-galactosidase (SA-β-gal)-positive cells.
evidence level3
citationZhu Liangyu (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Bioactive Compounds: Antioxidation, Autophagy, and Translational Applications in Skin Protection
topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claim1 2 3 Figure 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 The skin, as the body’s largest barrier organ, is constantly exposed to external aggressors such as ultraviolet radiation and environmental pollution, as well as intrinsic metabolic stress [,,].
evidence level3
citationZhu Liangyu (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Bioactive Compounds: Antioxidation, Autophagy, and Translational Applications in Skin Protection
topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claimAn extract of Porphyridium cultivated in natural sunlight, rich in EPS and polydeoxyribonucleotides (PDRNs), significantly activated the ADORA2A receptor in a CHO model, as well as reduced inflammation and increased collagen and HA production, autophagic flux, and key autophagy gene expression in dermal fibroblast cultures.
evidence level4
citationHavas F (2026)
sourceHyaluronic Acid-like Skin Plumping and Radiance Benefits of a <i>Porphyridium</i> Sulfated Exopolysaccharide- and Natural PDRN-Rich Extract.
topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claimIn a double-blind clinical trial with placebo and HA benchmark controls, the Porphyridium extract delivered significant HA-like skin plumpness, hydration, and radiance benefits, and reduced signs of aging.
evidence level4
citationHavas F (2026)
sourceHyaluronic Acid-like Skin Plumping and Radiance Benefits of a <i>Porphyridium</i> Sulfated Exopolysaccharide- and Natural PDRN-Rich Extract.
topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claimRed microalga Porphyridium cruentum produces a sulfated exopolysaccharide (EPS), which enables its survival in challenging intertidal and spray zones.
evidence level4
citationHavas F (2026)
sourceHyaluronic Acid-like Skin Plumping and Radiance Benefits of a <i>Porphyridium</i> Sulfated Exopolysaccharide- and Natural PDRN-Rich Extract.
topicBlack Seed Oil Skin Elasticity Randomized Trial
claimExtracellular polysaccharide hyaluronic acid (HA) plays important roles in skin hydration, elasticity, and volume.
evidence level4
citationHavas F (2026)
sourceHyaluronic Acid-like Skin Plumping and Radiance Benefits of a <i>Porphyridium</i> Sulfated Exopolysaccharide- and Natural PDRN-Rich Extract.