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That Validates
Our Technology.

Nanokyo® is grounded in peer-reviewed science and published research. Explore the growing body of academic and industry evidence supporting Ultrafine Nanobubble Technology and its real-world applications.

Peer-Reviewed Research
Published in Langmuir (ACS)
Cosmetics & Toiletries Journal
12
Citations — Langmuir 2024
1,071
Article Views (ACS)
<200
nm — Ultrafine Bubble Size
Greater Skin Penetration (UFB vs DI Water)
Peer-Reviewed Science ACS Langmuir 2024 Cosmetics & Toiletries Journal 2025 12 Academic Citations UFB Skin Penetration Research Biological Systems Interaction Studies Japanese Ultrafine Nanobubble Technology Peer-Reviewed Science ACS Langmuir 2024 Cosmetics & Toiletries Journal 2025 12 Academic Citations UFB Skin Penetration Research Biological Systems Interaction Studies Japanese Ultrafine Nanobubble Technology
Published Research

Academic & Industry Evidence

The following peer-reviewed publications and industry research provide independent scientific validation of Ultrafine Nanobubble Technology — the same technology that powers Nanokyo® Super Functional Nano Water™.

🔬 ACS Publications · Langmuir · December 2023
Review on the Significant Interactions between Ultrafine Gas Bubbles and Biological Systems
Nguyen Le Hanh Tran, Thien Quang Lam, Phuong Vu Quynh Duong, Linh Hai Doan, Mai Phuong Vu, Khang Huy Phuc Nguyen, and Khoi Tan Nguyen
Langmuir 2024, 40, 1, 984–996 · Published December 28, 2023
🔗 doi.org/10.1021/acs.langmuir.3c03223
12
Citations
1,071
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Abstract
Having sizes comparable with living cells and high abundance, ultrafine bubbles (UBs) are prone to inevitable interactions with different types of cells and facilitate alterations in physiological properties. This review examines the interactions of four typical cell types — bacterial, fungal, plant and mammalian cells — with UBs and discusses how these interactions affect biological processes including membrane poration for drug delivery, oxygen transfer enhancement, reactive oxygen species (ROS) formation, and biofilm detachment.
Bacteria Bubbles Cells Oxygen Plasma Membrane Biological Systems Ultrafine Bubbles
Key Research Findings
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Bacterial Cells
UBs interact with bacterial biofilms to detach bacteria and lyse cells under high temperature, pressure and reactive oxygen species (ROS).
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Plant & Fungal Cells
Oxygen and ozone gas-filled UBs can enhance mushroom growth and promote ROS formation and mass transfer in plant cell systems.
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Mammalian Cells
UBs' action on cell viability as membrane poration agents for drug delivery — demonstrated through bubble oscillation, microstream generation and acoustic cavitation.
✨ Cosmetics & Toiletries · Industry Science Journal · January 2025
Ultrafine Bubbles to Transform Water for the Sustainable Topical Delivery of Actives
Nick Jackowetz, Ph.D., and Carly Hanson, Ph.D. — Hydrosome Labs, Westmont, IL USA
Cosmetics & Toiletries · January 3, 2025 · Natural/Sustainable Category
🔗 cosmeticsandtoiletries.com
2025
Published
Skin Penetration
Research Overview
This study examines the potential of UFB-treated water as an active delivery vehicle in cosmetic applications. Using ex vivo confocal Raman spectroscopy, researchers demonstrated that formulas incorporating UFB water significantly enhanced the penetration of niacinamide through the stratum corneum and into the viable epidermis compared to standard deionized water formulas. Carnosine (peptide) penetration was also notably enhanced. The UFB technology has been self-GRAS certified and demonstrated stability from 0°C to 121°C autoclave conditions.
Niacinamide Skin Penetration UFB Water Topical Delivery Cosmetics Stratum Corneum Sustainable
Key Research Findings
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Niacinamide Penetration
UFB-treated water significantly enhanced niacinamide delivery into the stratum corneum and viable epidermis vs. standard deionized water — confirmed via confocal Raman spectroscopy.
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Peptide Delivery
Carnosine (dipeptide) penetration was dramatically enhanced with UFB water in HPLC ex vivo analysis — approximately 3× greater permeation over 24 hours compared to DI water.
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Self-GRAS Certified
UFB technology is self-GRAS certified via third-party clinical research. Stable from 0°C to 121°C (autoclave sterilization). Compatible with most existing cosmetic formulations.
Why This Research Matters

Science-backed. Independently validated.

The published research above provides independent, third-party scientific validation of the technology that powers Nanokyo® Super Functional Nano Water™.

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Peer-Reviewed Publication
Published in Langmuir (American Chemical Society) — one of the world's most respected journals for surface and colloid science, with 12 independent citations to date.
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Biological Evidence
Ex vivo skin studies using confocal Raman spectroscopy and HPLC demonstrate measurable, quantifiable enhancement in active ingredient penetration with UFB-treated water.
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Industry Application
Cosmetics & Toiletries research demonstrates practical cosmetic formulation compatibility — confirming UFB technology's viability across residential and commercial real-world applications.
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Growing Scientific Recognition
Ultrafine nanobubble technology is increasingly cited across water treatment, food processing, agriculture, aquaculture and healthcare research worldwide.
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Safety Validated
UFB technology is self-GRAS certified via third-party clinical research. No adverse reactions reported. Stable across a wide temperature range from 0°C to 121°C.
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Japanese Engineering Standards
Nanokyo® systems are built to ISO 20480-1 ultrafine bubble standards — generating true nanobubbles below 200nm, not simply microbubbles or conventional fine bubbles.
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