{"id":2295,"date":"2026-10-14T14:59:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T06:59:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/?p=2295"},"modified":"2026-10-14T14:59:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T06:59:31","slug":"nanoactive-harpa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/?p=2295","title":{"rendered":"NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>NanoActive&#x2122; HarpaLiposomal Devil\u2019s Claw Phytocomplex for Skin &amp; Scalp Resilience<\/p>\n<p>BRAND &amp; PRODUCT<\/p>\n<h2><b>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa \u00b7 Liposomal Harpagoside Botanical Complex<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2317\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s01_00-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s01_00-300x169.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s01_00-1024x575.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s01_00-768x432.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s01_00-1536x863.png 1536w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s01_00.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Liposomal Devil\u2019s Claw Phytocomplex for Skin &amp; Scalp Resilience<\/p>\n<p>Powered by PURISOME\u00ae FlexVes&#x2122; Liposome Technology<\/p>\n<p>Soothe inflammatory signals, restore barrier resilience and revitalize the scalp<\/p>\n<p>PuriPharm Co., Ltd.<\/p>\n<p>PRODUCT OVERVIEW<\/p>\n<h2><b>African desert botanical resilience meets modern nano-delivery<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>TRADE NAME<\/p>\n<p>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa<\/p>\n<p>PRODUCT POSITIONING<\/p>\n<p>Liposomal harpagoside botanical complex<\/p>\n<p>INCI NAME<\/p>\n<p>HARPAGOPHYTUM PROCUMBENS ROOT EXTRACT<\/p>\n<p>BOTANICAL SOURCE<\/p>\n<p>Devil\u2019s claw root<\/p>\n<p>MARKER ACTIVES<\/p>\n<p>Harpagoside and other iridoid glycosides<\/p>\n<p>DELIVERY TECHNOLOGY<\/p>\n<p>PURISOME\u00ae FlexVes&#x2122; flexible vesicle liposome technology<\/p>\n<p>APPLICATIONS<\/p>\n<p>Skincare \u00b7 Scalp care \u00b7 Hair care<\/p>\n<p>KEY BENEFITS<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Soothing and redness care<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Barrier recovery<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Reduced water loss<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Inflamm-aging care<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Scalp comfort<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Root vitality<\/p>\n<p>PRODUCT VALUE<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2300\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_2_en-300x207.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_2_en-300x207.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_2_en.png 681w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Botanical actives<\/p>\n<p>FlexVes&#x2122; flexible liposomes<\/p>\n<p>Skin and scalp applications<\/p>\n<p>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa<\/p>\n<p>MARKET INSIGHT<\/p>\n<h2><b>Skin and scalp face shared inflammatory stress<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>DAILY STRESSORS<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Air pollution<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; UV exposure and heat<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Extreme temperature changes<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Frequent cleansing<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Surfactant irritation<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Cosmetic procedures<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Shaving<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Hair coloring, bleaching and perming<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Heat styling<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Sleep and lifestyle stress<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2302\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_3_en-300x177.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"177\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_3_en-300x177.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_3_en-1024x603.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_3_en-768x452.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_3_en.png 1341w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>BOTANICAL ORIGIN<\/p>\n<h2><b>Devil\u2019s claw: resilience from the African desert<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Harpagophytum procumbens grows mainly in arid southern Africa, including Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, Angola and parts of Zimbabwe.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHarpago\u201d derives from the Latin word for \u201chook.\u201d The fruit\u2019s sharp hooks give the plant its common name, devil\u2019s claw.<\/p>\n<p>Adapted to extreme dryness: defensive secondary metabolites accumulate under desert heat and water stress.<\/p>\n<p>Secondary storage roots are the traditional plant material used and contain concentrated actives.<\/p>\n<p>Burgundy flowers and hooked fruits create a distinctive visual identity for the African desert botanical story.<\/p>\n<p>Traditional use and scientific interest connect southern African botanical practice with modern inflammation research.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2318\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_12-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_12-300x200.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_12-1024x683.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_12-768x512.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_12-272x182.png 272w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_12.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2319\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_13-300x216.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_13-300x216.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s04_13.png 522w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Namib Desert landscape; devil\u2019s claw flowers, hooked fruits, secondary roots and dried roots (reference images).<\/p>\n<p>Source: Zuplex Botanicals. Rosacalm Product Brochure. 2019 [5].<\/p>\n<p>PHYTOCHEMICAL PROFILE<\/p>\n<h2><b>Beyond harpagoside: a multi-active botanical matrix<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>IRIDOID GLYCOSIDES<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Harpagoside (marker compound)<\/li>\n<li>Harpagide<\/li>\n<li>Procumbide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PHENOLIC GLYCOSIDES<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Acteoside \/ Verbascoside<\/li>\n<li>Isoacteoside<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PHYTOSTEROLS<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u03b2-Sitosterol<\/li>\n<li>TRITERPENES<\/li>\n<li>Oleanolic acid<\/li>\n<li>Ursolic acid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>FLAVONOIDS<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Luteolin<\/li>\n<li>Kaempferol<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>AROMATIC ACIDS<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Caffeic acid<\/li>\n<li>Cinnamic acid<\/li>\n<li>Chlorogenic acid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Harpagoside is the principal marker compound. The full devil\u2019s claw root extract also contains multiple complementary actives.<\/p>\n<p>Source: Zuplex Botanicals. Rosacalm Product Brochure. 2019 [5].<\/p>\n<p>FORMULATION PHILOSOPHY<\/p>\n<h2><b>One marker compound, multiple complementary pathways<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>SINGLE MARKER COMPOUND: HARPAGOSIDE<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; A defined active marker<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; A focus of mechanistic research<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; A clear anchor for scientific communication<\/p>\n<p>FULL DEVIL\u2019S CLAW ROOT PHYTOCOMPLEX<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Multiple iridoid glycosides<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Complementary polyphenols and flavonoids<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Additional triterpenes<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Botanical activity across multiple targets<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; A broader rationale for soothing and repair<\/p>\n<p>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa delivers a botanical active network centered on harpagoside.<\/p>\n<p>Source: Abdelouahab N, Heard C. J Nat Prod. 2008;71:746\u2013749. DOI: 10.1021\/np070204u [2].<\/p>\n<p>THE DELIVERY CHALLENGE<\/p>\n<h2><b>Botanical actives need effective delivery<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Actives vary in polarity, making a single solvent system difficult to optimize.<\/p>\n<p>Uneven partitioning between aqueous and oil phases affects formulation uniformity.<\/p>\n<p>Suboptimal dispersion can limit active availability.<\/p>\n<p>Limited skin or scalp contact time reduces surface residence.<\/p>\n<p>Some actives are sensitive to light, oxidation and other environmental factors.<\/p>\n<p>Conventional extracts offer limited technological differentiation for premium positioning.<\/p>\n<p>Scalp actives may run off with liquid, further reducing contact efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>PURISOME\u00ae FlexVes&#x2122; upgrades conventional devil\u2019s claw extract into a functional active with a modern delivery concept.<\/p>\n<p>DELIVERY TECHNOLOGY<\/p>\n<h2><b>Flexible vesicles improve contact with target surfaces<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2304\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_8_en-259x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"259\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_8_en-259x300.png 259w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_8_en-884x1024.png 884w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_8_en-768x890.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_8_en.png 893w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 259px) 100vw, 259px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>TECHNOLOGICAL DIFFERENTIATION<\/p>\n<h2><b>From conventional botanical extract to NanoActive&#x2122; delivery<\/b><\/h2>\n<table data-draft-node=\"block\" data-draft-type=\"table\" data-size=\"normal\" data-row-style=\"normal\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Dimension<\/th>\n<th>Conventional devil\u2019s claw root extract<\/th>\n<th>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Botanical source<\/td>\n<td>Devil\u2019s claw root<\/td>\n<td>Active devil\u2019s claw root phytocomplex<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Marker constituent<\/td>\n<td>Harpagoside<\/td>\n<td>Multi-component phytocomplex centered on harpagoside<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dispersion<\/td>\n<td>Conventional solution or dispersion<\/td>\n<td>Phospholipid flexible vesicle delivery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Surface contact<\/td>\n<td>Passive contact<\/td>\n<td>Designed to enhance contact with skin and scalp surfaces<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Technology story<\/td>\n<td>Traditional African botanical<\/td>\n<td>African botanical resilience + modern liposome technology<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Applications<\/td>\n<td>Primarily skin soothing<\/td>\n<td>Skin, scalp and hair care platform<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Market positioning<\/td>\n<td>Natural botanical extract<\/td>\n<td>Premium botanical active with nano-delivery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>MECHANISM OVERVIEW<\/p>\n<h2><b>Soothing begins with upstream signaling<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2306\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_10_en-300x194.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_10_en-300x194.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_10_en-1024x662.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_10_en-768x496.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_10_en.png 1416w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>KEY MESSAGE<\/p>\n<p>Modulation of upstream NF-\u03baB-related signals provides a mechanistic rationale for soothing, redness care and barrier repair with devil\u2019s claw root actives.<\/p>\n<p>Source: Huang THW et al. J Ethnopharmacol. 2006;104:149\u2013155. DOI: 10.1016\/j.jep.2005.08.055 [1].<\/p>\n<p>MECHANISM: NF-\u03baB<\/p>\n<h2><b>NF-\u03baB: a key regulator of inflammatory cascades<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>NF-\u03baB links external stimuli with inflammatory mediator expression.<\/p>\n<p>After stimulation, NF-\u03baB can activate and enter the nucleus, promoting inflammatory mediators associated with redness, heat sensations and barrier discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>Studies of harpagoside report effects on NF-\u03baB activation and nuclear translocation, providing a molecular rationale for upstream inflammatory signal management.<\/p>\n<p>The mechanistic evidence comes from published cellular and molecular studies and supports the product\u2019s soothing rationale [1].<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2308\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_11_en-296x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"296\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_11_en-296x300.png 296w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_11_en.png 726w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Source: Huang THW et al. J Ethnopharmacol. 2006;104:149\u2013155 [1].<\/p>\n<p>MECHANISM: INFLAMMATORY MEDIATORS<\/p>\n<h2><b>Inflammatory mediator regulation at multiple levels<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>iNOS<\/p>\n<p>Inducible nitric oxide synthase<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Involved in NO production during inflammation<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Excess activity is associated with oxidative stress<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; May increase cellular stress<\/p>\n<p>COX-2<\/p>\n<p>Inducible cyclooxygenase<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; An important inducible enzyme in inflammation<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Participates in prostaglandin production<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Associated with redness, burning and discomfort<\/p>\n<p>PGE2<\/p>\n<p>Prostaglandin E2<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Involved in local vasodilation and inflammatory signaling<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; May contribute to redness, swelling and barrier discomfort<\/p>\n<p>NANOACTIVE&#x2122; HARPA: MECHANISTIC POSITIONING<\/p>\n<p>NF-\u03baB \u2014 iNOS \u2014 COX-2 \u2014 PGE2 inflammatory signaling axis<\/p>\n<p>Harpagoside and the full phytocomplex provide a rationale for soothing at multiple levels of this axis.<\/p>\n<p>Sources: Huang THW et al., 2006 [1]; Abdelouahab N, Heard C., 2008 [2].<\/p>\n<p>SKIN INTERFACE RESEARCH<\/p>\n<h2><b>From cellular signaling to topical skin applications<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&#x25aa; Devil\u2019s claw root extract and its major glycosides have been studied in skin-related models [2].<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Research includes epidermal COX-2 responses relevant to redness and discomfort signals.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Constituent ratios may influence overall effects; a single compound may not substitute for the full extract.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Skin models indicate complementary value from multiple constituents.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Transcutaneous and topical studies provide a mechanistic basis for cosmetic soothing applications [3].<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2328\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_13_en-1-300x231.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"231\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_13_en-1-300x231.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_13_en-1-768x591.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_13_en-1.png 851w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Skin model research connects molecular mechanisms with topical use, supporting the rationale for soothing and barrier repair.<\/p>\n<p>Sources: Abdelouahab N, Heard C. J Nat Prod. 2008 [2]; Int J Pharm. 2009 (ex vivo skin model study) [3].<\/p>\n<p>INFLAMM-AGING<\/p>\n<h2><b>Managing low-grade inflammatory stress for skin resilience<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Persistent low-grade inflammatory stress may affect skin cells, barrier function and the extracellular matrix. Inflamm-aging is therefore a concept used in premium anti-aging product development.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2312\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_14_en-300x33.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"33\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_14_en-300x33.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_14_en-1024x113.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_14_en-768x85.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_14_en-1536x170.png 1536w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/diagram_14_en-2048x227.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>APPLICATION TERRITORIES<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Anti-aging for sensitive skin<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Repair-focused anti-aging<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Urban environmental care<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Barrier-focused anti-aging<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Soothing support alongside potent actives<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Skin longevity and resilience concepts<\/p>\n<p>Upstream signal management provides a scientific rationale for combining soothing with anti-aging product concepts.<\/p>\n<p>Mechanistic sources: Huang THW et al., 2006 [1]; Abdelouahab N, Heard C., 2008 [2].<\/p>\n<p>EFFICACY BENCHMARK: THIRD-PARTY DEVIL\u2019S CLAW ROOT EXTRACT DATA<\/p>\n<h2><b>Redness and water loss improvements over 24\u201348 hours<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>TEST DESIGN<\/p>\n<p>TEST LABORATORY\uff1aDermaconsult GmbH<\/p>\n<p>PARTICIPANTS\uff1a20 participants, plus 1 reserve participant<\/p>\n<p>SEX AND AGE\uff1a14 women and 6 men; 23\u201361 years<\/p>\n<p>TEST AREA\uff1aInner forearm<\/p>\n<p>ACTIVE CONCENTRATION\uff1a5%<\/p>\n<p>ASSESSMENTS\uff1aSkin redness \u00b7 Transepidermal water loss \u00b7 Skin irritation patch test<\/p>\n<p>INSTRUMENTS\uff1aCR-400 chroma meter \u00b7 Tewameter Triple TM 330 T<\/p>\n<p>INSTRUMENTAL RESULTS<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2316\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/efficacy_chart-300x176.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/efficacy_chart-300x176.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/efficacy_chart-1024x602.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/efficacy_chart-768x451.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/efficacy_chart.png 1520w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<table data-draft-node=\"block\" data-draft-type=\"table\" data-size=\"normal\" data-row-style=\"normal\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Endpoint<\/th>\n<th>24 hours<\/th>\n<th>48 hours<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Reduction in skin redness<\/td>\n<td>9.1%<\/td>\n<td>14.7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Reduction in TEWL<\/td>\n<td>16.7%<\/td>\n<td>22.95%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&#x25aa; Redness improvement observed at 24 hours<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Greater improvement at 48 hours<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Continued reduction in transepidermal water loss<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Supports positioning for rapid soothing and barrier recovery<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Relevant to products for sensitive, irritated or environmentally stressed skin<\/p>\n<p>Note: These data come from a third-party human efficacy test of 5% conventional devil\u2019s claw root extract. They serve as botanical benchmarks for NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa product development and efficacy positioning.<\/p>\n<p>Sources: Zuplex Botanicals. Rosacalm Product Brochure. 2019 [5]; Dermaconsult GmbH Test Summary [6].<\/p>\n<p>SKINCARE PLATFORM<\/p>\n<h2><b>From rapid soothing to lasting barrier resilience<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>CALM<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help reduce visible redness<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Soothe tightness and discomfort<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help restore skin comfort<\/p>\n<p>RESTORE<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Support barrier recovery<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help reduce transepidermal water loss<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Improve dryness, roughness and fragility<\/p>\n<p>DEFEND<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help manage inflammatory signals associated with external stressors<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Support care under pollution and climate stress<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Provide soothing support in formulations with potent actives<\/p>\n<p>REVITALIZE<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help restore a healthy, balanced appearance<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Improve softness and moisturized feel<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Support repair-focused anti-aging and skin resilience concepts<\/p>\n<p>Rapid botanical soothing supports skin recovery and resilience.<\/p>\n<p>SKINCARE APPLICATIONS<\/p>\n<h2><b>For repair-focused and sensitive-skin products<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>01 Redness rescue serum<\/p>\n<p>Rapid soothing care for environmental irritation, temperature changes, sleep loss and fragile skin.<\/p>\n<p>02 Urban repair cream<\/p>\n<p>For skin stressed by pollution, dryness and demanding lifestyles.<\/p>\n<p>03 Soothing serum to complement potent actives<\/p>\n<p>For concepts featuring retinol, retinal, acids or high-concentration niacinamide.<\/p>\n<p>04 After-sun soothing lotion<\/p>\n<p>Comfort care following UV and heat exposure.<\/p>\n<p>05 Eye-area soothing serum<\/p>\n<p>For the appearance of fatigue, dryness and puffiness.<\/p>\n<p>06 Post-shave barrier repair lotion<\/p>\n<p>For redness, tightness and discomfort after shaving.<\/p>\n<p>OTHER APPLICATIONS<\/p>\n<p>Soothing masks \u00b7 Body repair lotions \u00b7 Hand and foot care \u00b7 Cosmetic aftercare for tattoos \u00b7 Local repair gels<\/p>\n<p>COMPLEMENTARY INGREDIENT CONCEPTS<\/p>\n<p>Panthenol \u00b7 Ectoin \u00b7 \u03b2-Glucan \u00b7 Niacinamide \u00b7 Ceramides \u00b7 Bisabolol \u00b7 Allantoin \u00b7 Hyaluronic acid<\/p>\n<p>SCALP SCIENCE<\/p>\n<h2><b>Scalpification brings barrier and soothing science to the scalp<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>SCALP STRESSORS<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Frequent shampooing<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Surfactants<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Sebum oxidation<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Pollutant accumulation<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; UV and heat<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Hair coloring, bleaching and perming<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Blow-drying and heat styling<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Scratching and mechanical friction<\/p>\n<p>POTENTIAL IMPACT<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Tightness and discomfort<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Visible redness<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Barrier imbalance<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Dryness or sebum imbalance<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Affected root environment<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Reduced hair strength and healthy appearance<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2320\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s18_10-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s18_10-300x200.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s18_10-272x182.png 272w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s18_10.png 740w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2321\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s18_11-300x184.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"184\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s18_11-300x184.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s18_11.png 612w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Close-up scalp and hair-root images (reference images).<\/p>\n<p>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa extends sensitive-skin soothing science to scalp microenvironment care.<\/p>\n<p>HAIR CARE DIRECTION: PATENT-SUPPORTED APPLICATION CONCEPTS<\/p>\n<h2><b>From botanical soothing to root vitality<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>HENKEL AG &amp; CO. KGAA<\/p>\n<p>Patent WO2008031685A1<\/p>\n<p>Root Extract of Harpagophytum for Stimulating Hair Growth<\/p>\n<p>Published patent concerning devil\u2019s claw root extract for hair applications [4].<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Devil\u2019s claw actives appear in hair strengthening and thickening concepts.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; The patent addresses root vitality and hair-condition improvement.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Applications include shampoos, conditioners, scalp serums, sprays, lotions and scalp tonics.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Patent examples include formulations with devil\u2019s claw extract.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Studies involve dermal papilla cells and keratinocytes.<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; The patent discusses advantages of liposomal encapsulation in scalp and hair care products.<\/p>\n<p>These patent-supported development directions provide technical and conceptual references for NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa scalp and hair care applications.<\/p>\n<p>Source: Henkel AG &amp; Co. KGaA. Patent WO2008031685A1 [4].<\/p>\n<p>SCALP DELIVERY<\/p>\n<h2><b>Improving botanical contact with scalp and root surfaces<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>CONVENTIONAL WATER-SOLUBLE BOTANICAL EXTRACT<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Can run off with liquid<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Limited surface residence<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Potentially uneven distribution<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Shorter scalp contact time<\/p>\n<p>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa<\/p>\n<p>FLEXVES&#x2122; LIPOSOMAL DELIVERY<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Delivery associated with phospholipid vesicles<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Improved scalp surface distribution<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Enhanced contact with follicular openings<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Suitable for leave-on scalp serums and tonics<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; A modern technology concept for root care<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Integration of soothing and root vitality concepts<\/p>\n<p>Liposomal delivery is designed to support retention, uniform distribution and longer contact on the scalp.<\/p>\n<p>SCALP &amp; HAIR PLATFORM<\/p>\n<h2><b>Scalp comfort, root strength and revitalized hair<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>SCALP COMFORT<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help soothe tightness and discomfort<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Improve comfort in irritated scalps<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Support scalp barrier balance<\/p>\n<p>ROOT VITALITY<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Support a healthy root microenvironment<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Suitable for volumizing, strengthening and anti-hair-loss product concepts<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help improve the appearance of thinning and fragile hair<\/p>\n<p>HAIR STRENGTH<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Support damaged and fragile hair care<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Help improve perceived strength and healthy shine<\/p>\n<p>&#x25aa; Suitable for care after coloring and perming<\/p>\n<p>MARKET DIFFERENTIATION<\/p>\n<p>African devil\u2019s claw botanical story \u00b7 Harpagoside mechanisms \u00b7 Skin and scalp applications \u00b7 Nano-liposome technology \u00b7 Soothing combined with root vitality<\/p>\n<p>Scalp soothing is the starting point for a stronger, fuller-looking hair concept.<\/p>\n<p>SCALP &amp; HAIR PRODUCT CONCEPTS<\/p>\n<h2><b>From daily scalp balance to intensive root care<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>01 Scalp soothing serum<\/p>\n<p>For tightness, dryness and scalp discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>02 Root vitality serum<\/p>\n<p>For volume, strength and healthy-root concepts.<\/p>\n<p>03 Sensitive-scalp shampoo<\/p>\n<p>Combines gentle cleansing with scalp soothing.<\/p>\n<p>04 Root strengthening conditioner<\/p>\n<p>Supports smoothness and a stronger hair appearance.<\/p>\n<p>05 Scalp repair serum after chemical treatments<\/p>\n<p>Comfort care after coloring, bleaching or perming.<\/p>\n<p>06 Volumizing leave-on spray<\/p>\n<p>Lightweight, non-sticky daily root care.<\/p>\n<p>COMPLEMENTARY INGREDIENT CONCEPTS<\/p>\n<p>Caffeine \u00b7 Niacinamide \u00b7 Panthenol \u00b7 Zinc PCA \u00b7 Amino acids \u00b7 Peptides \u00b7 Ceramides \u00b7 Botanical antioxidants<\/p>\n<p>NANOACTIVE&#x2122; HARPA<\/p>\n<h2><b>African desert resilience translated into beauty care<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>SOOTHE INFLAMMATORY SIGNALS<\/p>\n<p>A multi-component botanical system centered on harpagoside supports modern skin and scalp soothing concepts.<\/p>\n<p>RESTORE BARRIER RESILIENCE<\/p>\n<p>Third-party instrumental testing of the conventional extract supports positioning for redness care, reduced water loss and barrier recovery.<\/p>\n<p>REVITALIZE THE SCALP<\/p>\n<p>Patent-supported root-care directions and PURISOME\u00ae flexible vesicle delivery expand the possibilities for premium scalp and hair products.<\/p>\n<p>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa combines devil\u2019s claw botanical resilience with modern nano-liposome technology in an integrated concept for skin soothing, barrier recovery, scalp balance and root vitality.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2323\" src=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s23_10-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s23_10-300x169.png 300w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s23_10-1024x576.png 1024w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s23_10-768x432.png 768w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s23_10-1536x864.png 1536w, http:\/\/www.puriactives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/s23_10.png 1632w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>NanoActive&#x2122; Harpa \u00b7 Powered by PURISOME\u00ae FlexVes&#x2122; Liposome Technology<\/p>\n<p>PURIPHARM CO., LTD.<\/p>\n<p>REFERENCES<\/p>\n<h2><b>References and source materials<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>[1] Huang THW, Tran VH, Duke RK, et al. Harpagoside suppresses lipopolysaccharide-induced iNOS and COX-2 expression through inhibition of NF-kappa B activation. Journal of Ethnopharmacology. 2006;104(1\u20132):149\u2013155. DOI: 10.1016\/j.jep.2005.08.055<\/p>\n<p>[2] Abdelouahab N, Heard C. Effect of the major glycosides of Harpagophytum procumbens on epidermal COX-2 in vitro. Journal of Natural Products. 2008;71(5):746\u2013749. DOI: 10.1021\/np070204u<\/p>\n<p>[3] A Novel Ex Vivo Skin Model for the Assessment of the Potential Transcutaneous Anti-inflammatory Effect of Topically Applied Harpagophytum procumbens Extract. International Journal of Pharmaceutics. 2009.<\/p>\n<p>[4] Henkel AG &amp; Co. KGaA. Root Extract of Harpagophytum for Stimulating Hair Growth. Patent WO2008031685A1.<\/p>\n<p>[5] Zuplex Botanicals. Rosacalm Product Brochure. 2019.<\/p>\n<p>[6] Dermaconsult GmbH. Third-party instrumental evaluation of skin redness, transepidermal water loss and skin irritation, as summarized in the Rosacalm technical presentation.<\/p>\n<p>[7] European Commission CosIng Database. 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