Apple Stem Cells
I’m the first one to admit that I’m far too trusting, which makes me an excellent target for scammers. And, unfortunately, the beauty industry is full of them. There are swindling schemers all over the place just itching to promote or invent some life altering new product that promises the world - and the newest promise involves apple stem cells. How many anti-aging serums have you spent money on only to discover they’re for naught? How many times have you read the label on a “natural” product only to discover some not so natural chemical ingredients? Probably too many.
About a year ago, Marta wrote about apple stem cell cream. Though her initial write up was dismissive, she thought it was only fair to see if any new research has surfaced that may clear the seemingly inconceivable product’s name.
I was excited when I first began to research apple stem cells. According to an article by Dr. Gary Goldfaden published in Life Extension Magazine, plant-derived stem cells are absolutely the way to combat aging skin. In rural Switzerland, an 18th century tree (or two or three) stands. The apples that these ancient trees produce happen to stay fresh for a very long period of time. Apparently, scientists have taken these long-living apples and extracted long-living stem cells from them, which just happen to be anti-aging.
Yes, I believed it. But in my defense, so did Marta! Until she discovered that that Dr. Goldfaden is the inventive manufacturer of Goldfaden Stem Cell Serum. On top of that, in the LEM published article, the good doctor calls the magical Swiss apples Uttwiler Spätlauber. A quick Google search for “Uttwiler Spätlauber” showed plenty of results – all for a skincare ingredient invented by the cosmetics industry.
In light of my newfound skepticism and secure in the knowledge that Dr. Goldfaden is clearly biased, I decided to research Life Extension Magazine, which is published by the Florida-based Life Extension Foundation. Interestingly (though perhaps not surprisingly), the nonprofit corporation Quackwatch listed the Life Extension Foundation as a “Questionable Organization.” Of course, my misgivings multiplied at this point.
Going back to Uttwiler Spätlauber, I came across a few articles that claimed that the BSB Innovation Prize in actives/naturals was awarded to Mibelle Biochemistry, the creator of PhytoCellTec Malus Domestica (also known as the long-living stem cell producing apples). That sounded quite impressive to me; after all, if the company that created this anti-aging apple stem cell product had won a prize for its work, there must be some validity to its invention.
The problem is, I can’t seem to find much information on the BSB prize, except the facts and claims made on the BSB website. However, I do know that in order to be considered for the Innovation prize in the naturals or “raw materials” category, a company need not send in samples of their product. In fact, the invitation for applications for the prize asks that no samples be sent at all. Apparently, Mibelle won the prize by submitting electronic documents for review.
This information demerits Mibelle’s achievement of claiming the BSB prize, at least in my eyes. If those awarding the prize did not test samples of the apple stem cells, then Mibelle basically won an award for having a good idea. In all likelihood, the company has evidence, research, and trial studies to back up their good idea, but until there is hard proof or independent scientific research done, I’m not buying it as anything more than an appealing, futuristic concept.
Still, prominent newspapers and magazines are reporting on the astounding anti-aging qualities of this “Super Apple.” Companies including 3Lab, Clark’s Botanicals, Chantecaille, and Lancôme have all come out with their own apple stem cell creams. And they’re charging hundreds of dollars for this youth captured in a lotion, which prominent people like Michelle Obama are using to combat wrinkles.
Though I’m absolutely still skeptical about the efficacy of apple stem cells when it comes to protecting skin and preventing wrinkles, I certainly don’t think Mibelle’s claims are out of the realm of possibility. I know that some of you have tried products with apple stem cells as a key ingredient. What are they, and have they worked for you? Are the apple stem cells included in the first few ingredients?
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Hi all. I love this web site it's amazing as I'm a skin care junkie and have tried so many products in my time and had so many treatments . Now I was so sceptical when I heard about an apple stem cell. Reasons are that okay I know the power of plants in and on the body and I always have made sure I have used botanicals as much as I could . But I wondered how the body would recognise something as complicated and as specific as a stem cell from an apple !!! Ok I adore my Cellbone products that contain the Human growth factor and my Neocutis gels as they have been made from human cells and the body does recognise them. Anyway I bought a serum with the Apple stem cells at 4% I am amazed !! A week later I keep on looking in the mirror at the one side of my face I have been applying it too!! The skin has a glow about it and a smoothness and even a kind of springiness I've not seen since I was much younger.
Has anyone alse
Posted on October 14, 2010 at 1:27 pm
Hi Daniel,
Please share the name of this apple stem cell serum you're using. I too was skeptical about apple stem cells but now I'm intrigued by your results. Thanks!
Posted on October 14, 2010 at 3:13 pm
Sure it's made by a company called Image and the serum is called The Max it's chock a block full of quite cutting edge ingredients and I was given one tube of the serum and used it until finished and to be honest did have the wow factor . Not sure if it's a well known brand or not. Must say tho and I've tried some stuff in my time , this was amazing . I've used a couple of samples of the other products in the range and they all seemed great.
Think the next one I want to try is the new Cellbone serum they have made. Can't seem to go wrong with them. Hope that helps :)
Posted on October 19, 2010 at 3:23 pm
Received a free full size bottle of Cellbone's Stemcell lotion before it was available for sale. The bottle doesn't have any ingredients listed on it and is stamped SAMPLE. They sent it to me with my last order of Hyper Peptides and a letter simply stating that they wanted to introduce me to it. I've almost used up the bottle. It started on my face and then moved to my neck and chest, which is where lotions go when I want to use them up if I'm not impressed with their performance on my face. Curious whether any other Cellbone users received a bottle of this too??
Posted on October 19, 2010 at 9:17 pm
You should try and get some of the image The Max serum . Go on the website and take a look at what it contains really is so jam packed full of goodies .Also why I adore the range is because they leave out all the nasty chemicals .
Posted on October 20, 2010 at 3:15 am
Hi My name is Mary.. I am a licensed Aesthetician in state of CA. When I first read about Apple Stem cell I was really skeptical.. I talked to a lot of people that tried Image's Skin care then tried myself.. So impressed with this line and price point..
The Maxx serum/cream are amasing.. If you would like to try this product please do not hesitate
to contact me.. So wonderful to have a product like this for my clients..
Posted on January 24, 2011 at 7:41 am
Daniel obviously has vested interests in image. Just listen to the classic marketing speak :(
Posted on May 4, 2011 at 4:29 pm
Hi, I'm Nura. Basically I'm someone who is very difficult to please with regards to supplements or skincare.. I will do my own research & try what i think is best & popularly known. This is till I learn about Lustre skincare & start uing the set range from supplement to skincare.. Yes, their face cream uses Apple Stem Cell Technology & i think i'm pretty impressed & happy with my skin now.. Ever since I started this set, I keep getting comments pple thinking I am in my early 20s & even a customer of mine who said i look like 18 with perfect skin & most was amazed that I am a mother of 2 & in my 30 now!! I definitely trust the skincare I am using now & in fact am promoting the products now!
Posted on March 22, 2012 at 10:25 am
I have been using my apple stem cells for 4 weeks now and the results are AMAZING.
Posted on July 20, 2012 at 5:59 pm
Life Extension also manufactures their own brand of skin care which uses apple stem cells. So its hard to take Life Extension seriously in regards to their stem cell claims.
Lots of well formulated skin care products can give you a "nice glow" so if your using this versus nothing than.... well it would probably be better. But I don't see what the difference between apple stem cells and other top of the line anti-oxidants for skin are cause these stem cells have anti-oxidant properties.
Posted on July 28, 2012 at 3:39 pm
I have used the rose stem cell variety and
I know they work because a certain stubborn
spot on my left cheek is gone, It's been there
for 7 years, now it's gone after 6 weeks' use.
Posted on January 23, 2013 at 8:22 pm