Cosmetic Active Ingredients
52 products
Cosmetic Active Ingredients
Skin-active compounds for brightening, moisturising and barrier repair
52 products
52 products
cosmetic active ingredients
Turmeric Extract (Curcumin)
CAS: 458-37-7
Curcumin is the principal bioactive polyphenol extracted from Curcuma longa (turmeric) rhizomes, possessing potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and skin brightening properties via NF-kB pathway inhibition and tyrosinase suppression. In topical cosmetics, it reduces skin inflammation, helps improve hyperpigmentation, and provides antioxidant photoprotection. Used at 0.1–1% in brightening, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant formulations.
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Zinc PCA (Cosmetic Grade)
CAS: 15454-75-8
Zinc PCA (Zinc L-Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid) is a zinc salt of the natural skin moisturizing factor PCA (pyroglutamic acid), combining the sebum-regulating and anti-bacterial properties of zinc with the NMF-like moisturizing activity of PCA. It effectively normalizes sebaceous gland activity, reduces acne-causing bacteria, and maintains optimal skin hydration without over-drying. Used at 0.5–2% in oily, combination, and acne-prone skin formulations.
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sh-Oligopeptide-1 (EGF, Epidermal Growth Factor)
CAS: 62253-40-1
sh-Oligopeptide-1 is a recombinant human Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) produced through biotechnology, a 53-amino acid protein that binds to EGF receptors in the epidermis to stimulate cell proliferation, differentiation, and wound healing, resulting in dramatic skin renewal, scar reduction, and anti-aging effects. It is one of the most potent cell-signaling cosmetic actives available. Used at 1–10 ppm in premium regenerating serums and post-procedure products.
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sh-Polypeptide-1 (Soluble Collagen Hydrolysate)
CAS: 9007-34-5
sh-Polypeptide-1 refers to soluble hydrolyzed collagen, produced by enzymatic hydrolysis of animal or marine-derived type I collagen into low-molecular-weight peptide fractions that penetrate the skin and signal fibroblasts to upregulate endogenous collagen synthesis, while also providing excellent film-forming moisturization properties on the skin surface. It improves skin elasticity, moisture, and smoothness measurably. Used at 0.5–5% in anti-aging and moisturizing formulations.
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