Epilobium Angustifolium Extract is a natural ingredient derived from Canadian Willowherb. Historically, preparations from Canadian Willowherb have been used for wound healing and as an anti-inflammatory and soothing remedy for burns and insect bites.
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.
Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is a natural extract derived from a shrub that grows rapidly in the Canadian wilderness. Canadian Willow Herb thrives even after forest fires and displays the phytochemical ability to survive in harsh weather conditions.
Epilobium Fleischeri (Alpine willowherb) extract is a natural multifunctional skin and hair care ingredient with sebum regulating, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.
This substance, produced naturally in the body and evident as OCTN-1 transporter in dermal fibroblasts, is an extremely stable colorless and odorless antioxidant.
Ethylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese Chloride known under the trade name EUK-134™ is an active ingredient that mimics antioxidant enzymes action such as superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase.
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Oenothera biennis oil obtained from the seeds by cold expression or extraction. This valuable oil used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, eczema, and rheumatoid arthritis. Evening Primrose oil also is used for several women's conditions, such as mastalgia (pain in the breast), menopausal and postmenstrual syndromes, Raynaud’s phenomenon of the nipple in nursing mothers, and etc.
The astringent and anti-inflammatory properties of Euphrasia officinalis (Eyebright) extract the result from the presence of tannins. In cosmetics today, it is used to soothe and smooth the eye contour area.
Ferulic acid is a plant-driven potent antioxidant that also enhances the stability of other powerful antioxidants like vitamins C and E in formulations.
Fluorenylmethyloxycarbonyl Glutamoyl Dipeptide-55 Gamma Tetrapeptide-58 is a synthetic peptide known under the trade name Phytoheptapeptide with antioxidant, skin whitening, and wrinkle improvement effects.
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Miller) seeds contain considerable quantities of oxidoreductase enzymes.
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Galega officinalis L. (Fabaceae) is a herbaceous plant distributed through Asia to temperate areas of Southern Europe.
Mannentake mushroom (Ganoderma Lucidum) is one of the most valued plants in the Chinese pharmacopeia. It has been used for thousands of years as a remedy for a variety of diseases from traumatic wounds to inflammation.
Genistein is a powerful anti-oxidant from natural sources, which offers multiple health benefits to humans, including anti-cancer effects. It is known under the trade name AgeGuard™ GN.
Ginkgo leaves extract has anti-oxidative, analgetic, and antihistamine properties. It promotes skin elasticity and firmness. The phytochemicals in the leaves of this plant improve dermal microcirculation and stimulate cell functions.
The Chinese ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) tree bears a small, brownish-white nut that is used to treat asthma, coughs, wheezing, leukorrhea, and bladder irritability. The ginkgo nut is also considered to have detergent properties and an antibiotic effect against many pathogenic bacteria.
In Asia, Panax (means ‘treating all’ in Greek) is considered to be the most valuable plant among all, and its root called Ginseng became famous worldwide.
Ground ivy (Glechoma Hederacea) was one of the plants used by the early Saxons to clarify their beers before hops was introduced. Glechoma Hederacea was also considered an excellent cooling beverage, known in England as Gill Tea, and was used to purify the blood.
Thanks to multiple beneficial effects on the skin, Gluconolactone is used in skin care applications as an exfoliating, chelating, and hydrating ingredient with potent antioxidant action.
Glucosylrutin (α-glucosylrutin or AGR) is a radical scavenger with a strong antioxidant effect and a high skin bioavailability. It is a flavonoid used in dermatological preparation and cosmetic products.
Glutamoyl Cysteinoyl Beta-Alaninoyl Glutamoyl Tetrapeptide-58 is a synthetic peptide manufactured through the chemical synthesis of soybean peptides. It is known under the Catchitide-2 and is designed for antioxidant, whitening, and wrinkle improvement action.
Glutamoyl Dipeptide-55 Gamma Tetrapeptide-58 is a synthetic peptide using one of the small peptide sequences of proteins in soybeans. Manufacturer claims an antioxidant, skin whitening, and wrinkle improvement action. It is known under the trade name Catchitide-1.
Glutathione is a tripeptide formed by glutamic acid with cysteine and glycine.
Glyceryl Ascorbate is a vitamin C derivative produced by binding glycerin to ascorbic acid. It has a vitamin C-like skin-conditioning effect and a convincing luxury sensory texture, making it one of the best vitamin C derivatives for professional cosmetics.
Glycine Max Callus Culture is an ingredient based on soy stem cells obtained by forcing differentiated soy tissues to return to the undifferentiated form. It is in liquid form derived from solid raw material by a special fermentation process.
Glycine max symbiosome extract is isolated from symbiosome lysates harvested in the early spring planting of soybeans when the root nodules are at their most active and potent state.
Golden C® is an advanced liposomal vitamin complex that contains L-Ascorbic Acid, a pure Vitamin C superstar ingredient with multiple beneficial effects on the skin. It is a premium encapsulation technology that solves the problem of L-Ascorbic Acid's chemical instability and oxidation.
Cotton (Gossypium Herbaceum) seed oil is a high-quality refined vegetable oil taken from the seeds of the cotton plant. It is light in color and nearly odorless. Cottonseed oil is used for its excellent skin conditioning and emollient effects.