The compound attributed to lighten the skin is .arbutin, a form of hydroquinone that inhibits melanin release by suppressing the tyrosinase enzyme. The active constituents of mulberry contained flavonoids, alkaloids, steroids, coumarins, with the significant hypoglycemic, hypolipidemic, antihypertension, anti-oxidation, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-tumor and immunomodulatory activities.
Properties
Pratical Hints
Product Name
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FULL BRIGHT EX.
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INCI Name
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Propanediol
Morus Alba Fruit Extract Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract Citrus Paradisi Fruit/Seed Extract |
Dosage
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Recommendations: 2-3% Can be used in 1%-10% in various formulation type |
Precautions |
Use freely in any step to make any formulations |
Storage
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Storage period with original packing at general storing condition (at room temperature, normal dry condition) Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place
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Specification
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Apparance Transparent liquid to slightly turbid Odor Characteristic Solubility Soluble in aqueous solutions pH 3.0-5.5 Specific Gravity 1.000-1.150 at 20 °C Microbial Analysis Less than 100 CFU per gram |
Recommended Applications & Use Levels
Applications: For use in skin care products, especially those for ageing, anti-wrinkle and mature skin and atopic dermatitis.
Recommended use levels: 2-3%
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4- Safety Assessment of Citrus Fruit-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics. Tentative Report for Public Comment.2015.