Watermelon (Citrullus Vulgaris) is a native of Africa, the Mediterranean Region, and Southern Asia. It has been a staple food of Egyptians, the people of the Near East, and Southern Asia since the earliest times.
Antioxidant
The term Antioxidant generally refers to compounds that are used to stop the free radical lipid oxidation process. The phenolic AOs BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) and BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) are the most important ingredients presently used. They act as radical scavengers, strongly inhibiting radical chain reactions.
Metal ions catalyze radical generation and product deterioration. Therefore, chelating agents are often combined with phenolic antioxidants to form synergistic mixtures, enhancing the efficacy of the specific free radical scavengers.
Product deterioration is not only due to oxidative radical generation (autoxidation), which is most prominent in the case of natural oils, unsaturated fatty acids, and certain fragrances. Direct exposure to light can also result in photolytic radical generation, which has to be efficiently controlled using antioxidants. Therefore, products filled in transparent or translucent packaging and preparations directly exposed to light during use (e.g., bar soaps) often contain antioxidants as protectants.
Moreover, UVs can be used in these cases to reduce the degree of photolysis. Generally, water—and/or oil-soluble benzophenone derivatives are applied. If not, photofading of colored formulations, reduction of viscosity in gels and shampoos, and loss of fragrance activity are often observed.After application, antioxidants in personal care products protect cell membranes and DNA in the nucleus from free radicals and oxidative damage. Many botanical extracts and oils, especially those derived from plants growing in extreme conditions, contain considerable amounts of potent natural antioxidants effective against many types of reactive species.
Lime (Citrus Aurantifolia) juice has been used principally in manufacturing citric acid and is considered an anti-scorbutic. English ships are required by law to carry sufficient lime or lemon juice for every seaman to have an ounce daily after being at sea for ten days to prevent scurvy.
Kumquats (Citrus Japonica) are sweet in their rinds and quite tart in their pulps. They appear to be an ideal snack food for obese subjects, satisfying both sweet and sour cravings simultaneously.
Grapefruit (Citrus Paradisi) seeds contain organic salicylic acid, which dissolves inorganic calcium in the body. The fruit and its parts have been used to treat herpes, acne, dandruff, and other skin problems.
Citystem™ an active ingredient designed to fight against visible and invisible pollution damage to the skin. This botanical complex provides a defense against pollution’s effects on the skin, with scientifically proven results including:
It is an excellent emollient, which gives long-lasting protection. In addition, theobroma cacao is high in vitamin E and softens and lubricates.
Co-Enzyme Q10 is referred to as a vitamin-like anti-oxidant and is naturally found in nearly every living cell in the human body. This ingredient may assist in fighting off the damaging effects of free radicals and maintain the beautiful radiance of your skin.
Coffea Robusta Seed Extract is a natural ingredient derived from green coffee. It is an ingredient that can help get her body in bikini-ready shape and keep it beach party-safe, all at the same time!
Coleus Barbatus Root Extract is a natural extract from the traditional Indian plant used in Ayurveda. Rich in biologically active forskolin with stimulating and energizing properties, it is recommended for products designed to treat cellulite and for barrier repair.
Copper Tripeptide-1 Palmitamide is a complex of copper with a synthetic lipopeptide, a modification of the famous GHK peptide (Tripeptide-1) in which terminal lysin's amino group is acylated with palmitic acid.
Cottonseed Oil Glycereth-8 Esters is a naturally transesterified Cotton oil (Gossypium Sp.). This oil is transformed into a water-soluble ingredient by an exclusive transesterification process.
Crepidiastrum Denticulatum Leaf/Stem Extract is a natural extract from a native plant (Yakushisou) that protects the skin against environmental damage and delays aging.
Crodasome A/E is a nanoparticle complex loaded with Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate) and Vitamin E (Tocopherol Acetate).
The sap of the Croton lechleri (Dragon's Blood) tree has a long tradition of use as a protective skin covering - providing an anti-inflammatory film, or "second skin" when it dries after application.
Honeydew melon (Cucumis melo) probably originated in southern Asia. Early Egyptians and Persians ate it, and the Greeks and Romans most definitely enjoyed it. Honeydew melons have been utilized as bracing skin tonics and moisturizers for dry skin.
Considered one of the best-known natural diuretics, Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus) is high in potassium and helps treat high and low blood pressure. Cosmetically, this fruit was used in skin toners to soothe wind and sunburns.
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon Schoenanthus), a source of commercial vitamin A, was used in China medicinally to treat colds, headaches, stomach disorders, and rheumatism pain.
Cysteine is a sulfur-containing, proteinogenic, semi-essential amino acid. It is widely used for a wide range of applications, including in the food sector as a dough conditioner and a flavoring agent.
This adorable oil has antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging effects. Rosa damascena has a wide spectrum of antimicrobial activities against many species of harmful bacteria. Like many other aromatic and medicinal flowers, it shows antioxidant properties.
The carrot (Daucus Carota Sativa) root is rich in Beta-Carotene, pro-vitamin A, which has been found to help maintain healthy skin and hair. Its seeds also contain numerous beneficial compounds that are useful in skin and body care preparations.
Detoxiquin is a peptide-based complex ingredient that unites Snow mushroom extract with an iron-containing synthetic peptide to protect DNA from reactive radicals, reduce lipid peroxidation, and decrease protein degeneration.
Diamond Sirt is a conjugated complex formed by silicon dioxide microspheres covered with aggregated diamonds that stabilize function-sirtuin peptide (Acetyl sh-Pentapeptide-35) for use in anti-aging treatments.
Dihydroxyphenyl Benzimidazole Carboxylic Acid is a functional ingredient with anti-pollution, anti-oxidant, anti-aging, and sun filter booster activity. It can compensate for damaging factors involved in environmental pollution.
When the reactive Amodimethicone Soya Ammonium Chloride condenses with Dl-Panthenol and forms a substantive polymer Dimethiconol Panthenol, its former designation was Panthenol Amino Dimethicone.
Disodium Ascorbyl Sulfate is a sodium salt of a monoester of ascorbic and sulfuric acids, a stable Vitamin C derivative known under the trade name Nikkol VC-SS.
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the seeds of the Dwarf Bedder that acts as a UVB-induced inflammatory response moderator. It is also known under the trade name Crossential SA-14.
This botanical extract is derived from organically cultivated Edelweiss flowers grown at high altitudes in the Swiss Alps.
Elaeis Guineensis Butter (Palm Butter) is a lipid-active ingredient with anti-aging and antioxidant properties extracted from the red-yellow mesocarp of the Elaeis Guinensis fruit. It contains 45/50% oil and has a consistency like soft butter at room temperature.
Embelia Concinna is an endemic shrub from a high-altitude Malagasy forest. Malagasy name is Sirahazo or Tanterakala, which literally means "Forest Hug".
Scientific studies have demonstrated that the catechin fraction of green tea, which mostly (50%) consists of EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate), plays a pivotal role in the preservation of health, exposing extraordinary antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-microbial activities.