lightening and brightening

L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is an essential nutrient which has many cosmetic benefits. It is a remarkable antioxidant and can scavenge reactive oxygen species and other free radicals, protecting the skin from oxidative stress. It can stimulate collagen synthesis by promoting cross-linking and stabilizing collagen molecules, upregulating collagen genes, increasing the transcription of the tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase 1, and inducing fibroblast proliferation. It reduces pigmentation by suppressing tyrosinase, which is important for melanin production. It is an anti-inflammatory agent and can be used to treat inflammatory skin disease such as erythema. Together, L-ascorbic acid provides powerful anti-aging properties and has been shown to reduce wrinkles, improve elasticity, and protect against sun damage. Stability and absorption of L-ascorbic acid is a concern. While the anhydrous L-ascorbic acid might be the most stable form, adding vitamin E not only helps stabilizing L-ascorbic acid, but the two have synergistic effects on anti-aging.  Used in: philosopy's turbo booster c powder and SkinCeuticals.

Key benefts of L-ascorbic acid in skin care:

• Anti-inflammatory ^[31]
• Antioxidant ^{[4] [5] [6] [7] [8]}
• Increase skin elasticity ^[26]
• Lightening and brightening ^{[4] [22] [28] [29] [30]}
• Matrix metalloproteinases (MMP) inhibitors ^[19]
• Moisturizing and hydration ^[21]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[7] [21] [22] [25] [26]}
• Ttimulate collagen production ^{[5] [13] [14] [15] [16] [17] [18] [19] [20] [21] [22] [23] [24]}
• Sun damage protection ^{[9] [11]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[6] [22] [26]}
• Teat hyperpigmentation ^{[4] [9] [22] [25] [28] [29] [30]}
• Wrinkle relaxers ^[22]

Key benefits of Ascorbyl glucoside (AA-2G)  in skin care:

• Antioxidant ^{[10] [16]}
• Lightening and brightening ^[14]
• Treat hyperpigmentation ^[14]
• Sun damage repair ^{[10] [16]}
• Sun dammage protection ^{[7] [9]}
• Stimulate collagen production ^{[3] [13]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^[12]

Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate) is a molecule derived from vitamin C and isopalmitic acid. Pure vitamin C has several drawbacks for cosmeceutical use, most important of which is the low stability. Chemically modified vitamin molecules are more stable, and pure vitamin is released from the derivatives inside the body. Therefore, the effects of Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate are similar to those of vitamin C, most importantly it is able to act as an antioxidant. Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate reduces the production of oxidizing agents, which contribute to cell damage after exposure to UV or chemical hazards. This effect is even stronger in the modified molecule than in pure vitamin C. Additionally, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate protects against DNA damage and skin darkening caused by UV exposure. Finally, skin visual appearance is also improved by Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate, as it promotes collagen synthesis and acts as a hydrating agent in reducing skin roughness.

Key benefits of Ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[1] [2] [7]}
• Sun damage repair ^[2]
• Antioxidant ^{[1] [6]}
• Moisturizing and hydration ^[5]
• Stimulate collagen production ^[2]
• Lightening & brightening ^[1]
• treat hyperpigmentation ^[1]

Coenzyme Q10 is a molecule naturally involved in energy metabolism in all human cells. Among its many benefits, the antioxidant properties are the most researched. This molecule can prevent oxidation damage to water-insoluble molecules, DNA mutations, collagen synthesis decrease, pigmentation, inflammation and other adverse effects associated with UV exposure and ageing. In combination with vitamin E or other antioxidants, an exceedingly strong antioxidative effect can be achieved. Furthermore, coenzyme Q10 has a unique capability to protect against infrared A radiation, which is also found in sunlight. The promotion of collagen synthesis makes this coenzyme useful in treating ageing-associated skin changes, such as wrinkle appearance. Finally, its anti-inflammatory effect is beneficial not only for UV-damaged skin, but also for wound healing support.

NOTE: To assist you with solubility issues, we now also sell CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) as a liquid standardized pre-dissolved solution. Just add the liquid to your cream and mix well.

Key benefits of Coenzyme Q10 in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[5] [7] [9]}
• Antioxidant ^{[1] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8]}
• Increase cellular energy production ^[15]
• Stimulate collagen production ^{[5] [8] [10] [13]}
• Lightening & brightening ^[10]
• Sun damage repair ^{[5] [7] [8]}
• Reduce fine lines & wrinkles ^{[5] [11]}
• Wound healing support ^[13]
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[6] [10] [12] [13]}

Ethyl ascorbic acid is a molecule produced by modifying ascorbic acid, commonly known as vitamin C. This modification is done to increase the molecule’s stability and enhance its transport through skin, as pure vitamin C is easily degraded. In the body, the modifying group is removed and vitamin C is restored in its natural form. Thus, ethylascorbic acid retains the benefits of vitamin C, such as antioxidant activity. Furthermore, it is even more potent in reducing skin darkening after UV exposure. It even has some additional effects, not observed in pure ascorbic acid, such as promoting nerve cell growth or reducing chemotherapy damage. Finally, the slower release also ensures that no toxic effects are observed when using this vitamin C derivative.

Key benefits of Ethyl ascorbic acid in skin care:

• Stimulate collagen production ^{[5] [6]}
• Lightening & brightening ^{[5] [7] [9] [9]}
• Treat hyperpigmentation ^{[5] [7] [8] [9]}
• Sun damage protection ^{[8] [9]}

• 6% pre-dissolved solution gives 0.5% Ferulic Acid content in final product.
• 31% pre-dissolved solution gives 3% Ferulic Acid content in final product.
• 51% pre-dissolved solution gives 5% Ferulic Acid content in final product.

Key benefits of Ferulic acid in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[4] [5]] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[9] [10] [13] [14]}
• Antioxidant ^{[1] [3] [7] [8] [9]}
• Stimulate collagen production ^{[13] [14]}
• Lightening & brightening ^[15]
• Anti-androgenetic alopecia ^[3]
• Stabilizes l ascorbic acid ^[5]

N-acetyl glucosamine is a compound with a wealth of uses for improving skin condition. It is a known precursor to hyaluronic acid, a major component of skin structure. Hyaluronic acid is essential for hydration and n-acetyl glucosamine has been shown to increase moisture. N-acetyl glucosamine helps heal wounds, increase collagen, and reduce acne. It reduces hyperpigmentation, especially when combined with niacinamide, a member of the vitamin B3 family. It has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which allow it to help heal and prevent sun damage. Overall, this compound can help prevent premature aging and reduce signs of aging, such as wrinkles, especially when combined with niacinamide.

Key benefits of Glucosamine in skin care:

• Stimulate HA production ^{[2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] 10]}
• Moisturizing and hydration ^{[2] [5] [9] [11]}
• Treat hyperpigmentation ^{[2] [4] [9]}
• Wound healing support ^{[2] [11]}
• Stimulate collagen production ^[11]
• Scar care ^[2]
• Anti-acne ^{[2] [6]}
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[2] [3]}
• Anti-oxidant [2] [7]
• Sun damage repair ^{[1] [7]}
• Sun damage protection ^[7]
• Increase skin elasticity ^{[5] [11]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[2] [10]}
• Matrix metalloproteinases [MMP] inhibitors ^[7]

• 11% solution gives 1% EGCG content in final product.
• 33% solution gives 3% EGCG content in final product.
• 54% solution gives 5% EGCG content in final product.

Key benefits of Green Tea EGCG in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]}
• Sun damage repair ^{[1] [2] [3]}
• Antioxidant ^{[1] [2] [3] [7]}
• Capillary health ^[19]
• Moisturizing & hydration ^{[8] [9] [11]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^{[10] [11]}
• Wound healing support ^{[17] [18]}
• Oil/sebum control ^[12]
• Lightening & brightening ^[6]
• Restore barrier function ^{[8] [9]}
• Anti-inflammatory ^[1]
• Anti-acne ^{[12] [13]}
• Anti-bacterial ^{[13] [14] [16]}

• 11% solution gives 1% Hesperidin content in final product.
• 31% solution gives 3% Hesperidin content in final product.
• 51% solution gives 5% Hesperidin content in final product.

Key benefits of Hesperidin methyl chalcone in skin care:

• Sun damage protection ^{[8] [11]}
• Capillary health ^{[4] [5] [12]}
• Lightening & brightening ^{[7] [8]}
• Reduce dark circles under the eyes ^[6]
• Restore barrier function ^{[1] [9] [10]}
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[2] [5]}

Key benefits of Lemon Bioferment in skin care: 

• antioxidant
• skin lightening and brightening
• inhibitor of melanin synthesis
• inhibits tyrosinase
• increased luminosity
• bactericide
• non sensitizing
• not cytotoxic

Key benefits of Niacinamide in skin care:

• Treat hyperpigmentation ^{[3] [7] [8]}
• Lightening and brightening ^{[3] [7] [8]}
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles ^[9]
• Anti-inflammatory ^{[5] [6] [8]}
• Anti-oxidant ^{[10] [13]}
• Anti-acne ^{[1] [5] [11]}
• Moisturizing and hydration ^{[2] [5] [12]}
• Restore barrier function ^{[2] [5] [12]}
• Wound healing support ^{[5] [6]}
• Increase skin elasticity ^{[5] [9]}
• Oil/sebum control ^[2]
• Pore refinement ^[2]
• Sun damage repair ^[13]
• Sun damage protection ^[10]
• Stimulate collagen production ^[5]
• Stimulate HA production ^[9]

Key benefits of Pumpkin Enzyme Peel (Pumkin Bioferment) in skin care: 

• natural gentle and safe enzyme peel
• enzymatically excite cell turnover
• unblock pores and dissolve oils
• remove blackheads
• improve skin texture and tone due to exfoliation properties
• treat hyperpigmentation.

Key benefits of Resveratrol in skin care:

• Anti-acne [15]–[17]
• Anti-bacterial [16]
• Antioxidant [1]–[4]
• Anti-inflammatory [1], [4], [8], [9]
• Sun damage protection [1], [6]–[8], [11]
• Increase skin elasticity [14]
• Lightening & brightening [10]–[13]
• Natural phytoestrogens [1], [8], [9]

Key benefits of Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate in skin care:

• Anti-acne [7]  [8]
• Antioxidant [3] [4] [6] [9] [10]
• Increase skin elasticity [1] [4]
• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles [1] [4]
• Stimulate collagen production [1] [4]
• Sun damage protection [9] [10]
• Sun damage repair [9] [10]
• Lightening and brightening [12]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [12]

Glucan is a polymer, produced from glucose molecules in fungi, seaweed and other organisms. Many types of this polymer exist, but yeast beta-glucan has the optimal structure and size for biological activity. It has significant effects in wound healing – glucan is already used to treat burn patients, as it promotes regeneration of the skin, reduces pain and improves scar appearance. Furthermore, it is able to activate the immune system to fight against infections, making it additionally useful in open wound care. Additionally, it helps the skin to maintain its barrier function after damage by chemicals, such as detergents. The antioxidant properties of this polymer help protect the skin cells against UV or other sources of oxidative damage. Skin ageing symptoms, such as darkening, sunburn and collagen degradation, can also be reduced by applying this compound.

Key benefits of Yeast Beta Glucan in skin care:

• Sun damage protection [1], [5], [11]
• Sun damage repair [1], [5], [11]
• Wound healing support [1], [4]–[8]
• Anti-bacterial [9], [10]
• Scar care [8]
• Lightening & brightening [1]
• Antioxidant [1], [5], [11]
• Restore barrier function [5]

Key benefits of Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) in skin care:

• Antioxidant [3-15]
• Increase skin elasticity [5] [11]
• Stimulate collagen production [5] [11]
• Sun damage protection [9] [10] [11]
• Sun damage repair [9] [10] [11]
• Lightening and brightening [12] [13] [14][15]
• Treat hyperpigmentation [12] [13] [14][15]