Research

Carbon 60 Research

Health Benefits Backed by Research

Scavenges Free Radicals and Lifts the Oxidative Burden at the Cellular Level

C60 is a naturally occurring molecule comprised of 60 carbon atoms forming something that looks like a hollow soccer ball. C60 is characterized as a “free radical sponge” with an antioxidant efficacy several hundred-fold higher than conventional antioxidants. The Applications of Buckminsterfullerene C60 and Derivatives in Orthopaedic Research

C60 was found to be protective against free radical damage. C60 Carboxyfullerene Exerts a Protective Activity against Oxidative Stress-Induced Apoptosis in Human Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells

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Promotes a Balanced Immune Response

C60 was found to enhance the production of immune cells, such as lymphocytes (white blood cells). Immunostimulatory properties and enhanced TNF- alpha mediated cellular immunity by C60

C60 was found to promote a healthy inflammatory response. Fullerene Nanomaterials Inhibit the Allergic Response

Promotes a Balanced Allergic Response

In a 2007 study, C60 was found to inhibit allergic response and researchers believe it may play a role in controlling allergy-related inflammatory conditions. Fullerene Nanomaterials Inhibit the Allergic Response

A 1996 study found that C60 Fullerenes are biological antioxidant compounds that can reduce the body’s response to allergies. Buckminsterfullerenol free radical scavengers reduce excitotoxic and apoptotic death of cultured cortical neurons

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Supports Energy, Stamina and Athletic Performance

This study demonstrates how C60 promotes energy production and mitochondria efficiency by neutralizing oxidative stress and enhancing ATP production. A biologically effective fullerene (C60) derivative with superoxide dismutase mimetic properties

Helps Protect Against UV Damage

C60 protects skin cells from UV damage. Fullerene-C60/liposome Complex: Defensive Effects Against UVA-induced Damages in Skin Structure, Nucleus and Collagen Type I/IV Fibrils, and the Permeability Into Human Skin Tissue

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May Lessen the Appearance of Wrinkles When Applied Topically

In this 2010 double-blind, human study, it was found that when applied topically, C60 was effective at reducing wrinkles. Fullerene is effective against wrinkles

Promotes Hair Growth

In this 2009 study, C60 was found to promote hair growth. Researchers believe it does this by protecting the cells around hair follicles from oxidative damage. Fullerene nanomaterials potentiate hair growth

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May Protect Nerves

Nerves can die from oxidative stress and overstimulation. In this study, C60 protected nerves from dying due to “overwork” in cell cultures. Buckminsterfullerenol free radical scavengers reduce excitotoxic and apoptotic death of cultured cortical neurons