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Dermatan Sulfate

A skin-specific glycosaminoglycan found in the dermis that supports collagen organisation, wound healing, and anti-coagulation — uniquely concentrated in skin tissue.

Wound healingCollagen supportECM

✓ Safe

What is it?

A sulfated glycosaminoglycan structurally related to chondroitin sulfate but containing iduronic acid instead of glucuronic acid. Primarily associated with the proteoglycan decorin in skin dermis.

Regulates collagen fibril assembly and spacing, supports wound healing through growth factor interactions, and provides anticoagulant activity that supports healthy skin microcirculation.

Key Benefits

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Collagen Architecture Control

Bound to decorin, DS wraps around collagen fibrils and regulates their diameter and spacing — critical for the optical and mechanical properties of skin.

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Wound Healing Regulation

Interacts with heparin-binding growth factors like FGF-2 and HGF to promote fibroblast proliferation and tissue repair.

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Anti-thrombotic Support

Activates heparin cofactor II, providing anticoagulant activity that supports healthy blood flow in skin microvessels.

Suitable for

Mature skinPost-procedure skinDry skin

Main Actions

✓ Collagen support✓ Wound healing✓ ECM regulation

Skin-Specific Distribution

Unlike other glycosaminoglycans that are distributed throughout the body, dermatan sulfate is disproportionately concentrated in skin and blood vessel walls, making it a genuinely skin-relevant ingredient.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dermatan Sulfate do for skin?

Regulates collagen fibril assembly and spacing, supports wound healing through growth factor interactions, and provides anticoagulant activity that supports healthy skin microcirculation.

Who should use Dermatan Sulfate?

Dermatan Sulfate is suitable for: Mature skin, Post-procedure skin, Dry skin.

Are there any warnings about Dermatan Sulfate?

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