{"product_id":"egf-epidermal-growth-factor","title":"EGF - Epidermal Growth Factor","description":"\u003cp\u003eEpidermal Growth Factor (EGF) is a naturally occurring protein that signals skin cells to grow, divide, and repair, crucial for producing collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. It plays a key role in wound healing and, when used in skincare, helps boost skin density, increase firmness, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Aspects of EGF:\u003cbr\u003eBiological Function: EGF promotes cell turnover and proliferation, assisting in wound healing (e.g., burns, surgical wounds).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin Aging: As we age, natural EGF levels decrease, resulting in thinner, less elastic skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkincare Benefits: Topical application of EGF stimulates collagen production, improves skin texture, reduces fine lines, and increases skin hydration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: While found naturally in human skin and fluids, many skincare products use plant-based (like barley) or bioidentical EGF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication: Commonly used in serums and creams to revitalize skin texture and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEGF is known as a \"cell-communicating\" ingredient, instructing skin cells to operate more efficiently, similar to younger skin\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Skin Recipes","offers":[{"title":"10GM","offer_id":51860662419736,"sku":"EGF-10GM","price":69.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1773\/0328\/files\/EGF.jpg?v=1774580159","url":"https:\/\/thesourcery.co.nz\/products\/egf-epidermal-growth-factor","provider":"The Sourcery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}