OUR SCIENCE

The Story of OX Factor™, the world’s first moodceutical™

We coined the word “Moodceutical” to describe XOMD™ because it’s the first of its kind — one that quantifiably improves skin, mood and intimacy. We achieved these results thanks to our patent-pending OX Factor, which produces an effect similar to the release of oxytocin.

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The Cornerstone: Oxytocin

We all can agree that people in love look better and have a glow to their skin. Studies support a biochemical explanation for looking good when in love. Oxytocin, the "feel-good hormone," is well known to influence pregnancy, mother-child bonding, social interactions, memory and more. Touch between romantic partners stimulates plasma oxytocin levels, influencing trust, fidelity and enjoyment of intimacy.

Science of Skin Health

High levels of oxytocin, a neuropeptide, are associated with youthful-looking skin. They also prevent the release of inflammatory mediators. Aging is a hyperinflammatory state caused, in part, by a reaction to ultraviolet (UV) sun rays, particulate matter from pollution and a high glycemic (sugar) index. By targeting the skin’s natural antioxidant pathways, protection against inflammation can be enforced.

Published studies support that those with high oxytocin levels have a more youthful skin appearance, despite high UV exposure scores, highlighting the protective benefits of oxytocin.

Ultimately, the skin is our visual certificate of health. Radiant, glowing skin promotes social exchange and interaction, working as a positive feedback loop affecting more than just the skin, but also mental health and emotional wellbeing.

The Biology and Chemistry

Oxytocin is primarily released from the hypothalamus in the brain, but it's also released by keratinocyte and fibroblast cells in the epidermis and dermis - the top layers of the skin. These cells are responsible for creating the “building blocks” of the skin: collagen, elastin and internal hyaluronic acid. These cells also express oxytocin receptors. By binding to these receptors, oxytocin can protect keartinocytes and fibroblasts from the ravages of potent inflammatory messengers that inflict skin aging

THE FORMULA FOR SUCCESS

The formula, which we call OX Factor, took years to get just right, and when it was finally ready, we put it to the test. But not just any type of test. We challenged it in the most rigorously designed double-blinded, placebo-controlled, randomized trial. Such a strict standard of testing is rarely, if ever, done for topical cosmeceuticals. But if we were going to put our names on it, we had to convince ourselves first.

The Power of The Love Hormone

When we received the study results, we were astonished. Those who used XOMD experienced robust and statistically significant improvement, as compared to placebo, in skin quality and mood. But to our surprise, they also reported a profound satisfaction increase in intimate relationships. Romantic relations improved in 90% of categories tested.

This was an unexpected benefit to OX Factor and sets XOMD apart as the first of its kind: a topical cosmetic formulation that, when used as directed, has proven benefits for skin, mood and intimacy.

No time for love and affection? XOMD might be the supplement you need!