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Herbex Cistanche
Cistanche Deserticola, also called the “Desert Ginseng”, is a parasitic plant, living on the roots of the desert tree Sacsaoul, belonging to the Cistanche of the Orobanchaceae. It is traditionally used a very valuable medicine. The main active component Echinacoside enables it to exhibit antioxidative and anti-wrinkle effects.
INCI Name:
Water, Butylene Glycol, Cistanche Deserticola Extract
Features and benefits:
Anti-oxidation: Echinacoside’s significant antioxidant activity can inhibit the amyloid fibrils of proteins, thus protecting the nerve cells; Echinacoside can also eliminate the ROS produced by UVB radiation, so it can protect skin from the damage caused by UVB irradiation.
Anti-aging: Can effectively scavenge •OH and •O2- free radicals; therefore, it can slow down the aging process.
Applications:
Recommended for antioxidative products, anti-ageing products, etc.
Suitable for lotion, gel, essence, cream, etc.
Specifications:
Appearance |
Yellow to brown yellow transparent liquid |
Odor |
Slight characteristic odor |
pH(25℃) |
3.5-6.0 |
Refractive index(20℃) |
1.370-1.410 |
Density(20℃) |
1.00-1.05 g/cm3 |
Content of Echinacoside(HPLC) |
≥0.1% |
Total bacteria |
< 100 CFU/ml |
Yeast and mold |
< 10 CFU/ml |
Hg |
< 1 mg/kg |
As |
< 2 mg/kg |
Pb |
< 5 mg/kg |
Cd |
< 5 mg/kg |
Recommended use level:1.0 - 5.0%.
Use method:Add into water phase directly at low temperature, stir until it
distributes evenly.
Package: 1.0 kg/plastic drum, 10 plastic drums/carton; ‚10.0
kg/plastic drum; ƒ25.0 kg/plastic drum.
Storage: Store at room temperature, keep sealed and away from light.
Shelf life: Two years.
