Health hazard of Ozone

Ozone (O 3 ) is a naturally occurring, highly unstable colorless gas with an odor that can be detected at the end of a rainstorm.

Mar 4,2022  Inorganic chemistry

Papain (EC 3.4.22.2)

Papain (EC 3.4.22.2) is a protease derived from the latex portion of the papaya plant ( Carica papaya ), and is gathered by scoring the surface of the mature, unripe fruit, after which the latex is co

Mar 4,2022  Biochemical Engineering

Properties and Applications of Gelatin

Gelatin is the heat-denatured, partially hydrolyzed form of native, insoluble collagen. Gelatin is deficient in methionine and completely devoid of tryptophan (Bailey & Light, 1989) , both essential a

Mar 4,2022  Food Additives

Insoluble fibrous protein---Collagen

?Collagen, a family of insoluble fibrous proteins found in all multicellular organisms, is one of the most abundant proteins in nature.

Mar 4,2022  Biochemical Engineering

Kinetin - Chemistry, Biology and Mechanism of Action

Retinoids and hydroxy acids have successfully been used as active ingredients to improve the appearance of aging skin. However, both retinoids and hydroxy acids may be associated with skin irritation,

Mar 4,2022  Chemical pesticides ​

Efficacy of Licorice extract

Licorice extract is one of the most commonly employed ingredients in cosmetics for skin lightening.It is obtained from the root of Glycyrrhia glabra Linnera.

Mar 3,2022  Plant extracts

Uses of Kojic acid

Kojic acid (5-hydroxy-2 hydroxymethyl-4-pyrone) is a hydrophilic fungal derivative acquired from Acetobacter, Penicillium, and Aspergillus species, which reduces pigmentation through the inhibition of

Mar 3,2022  Organic Chemistry

Adverse effects of Hydroquinone

Hydroquinone (HQ) is regarded as the gold standard for the treatment of disorders of hyperpigmentation including melasma. It competitively inhibits melanin synthesis through the inhibition of sulfhydr

Mar 3,2022  Organic Chemistry

Uses in Cosmetics of Hydroxyacids

Hydroxyacids are well known for their use in the cosmetics industry. They are often found in products that aid in the reduction of wrinkles, that soften strong, defining lines, and that improve the ov

Mar 3,2022  Chemical Materials

Source and effects of EGCG

Phytochemicals are biologically active plant-derived compounds and are thought to be responsible for the health-promoting effects of foods such as fruits, vegetables, and teas.These chemicals include

Mar 3,2022  Plant extracts
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