| Description: Unique skin lightening agent made of natural amino acids with a lipid-residue. White to yellow powder/granules. Insoluble but miscible in water, soluble in alcohol. CAS# 175357-18-3. |
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| INCI Name: Undecylenoyl phenylalanine. |
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| Properties: Inhibits skin cells to produce melanin pigments by inhibiting melanin-stimulating MSH (melanotropin), effectively lightens age spots & dark skin areas. Requires application of 1 to 6 weeks until skin whitens dependent on skin pigmentation. Product has excellent stability in cosmetics not leading to change in colors. |
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| Use: Recommended use level 1-2%, must be melted for use (best in oil phase of formula at 80oC/176oF). Optimal pH 4-5 or 6.2-7 for best incorporation into formulas. In order to mix SkinWhite MSH directly into a finished cream or lotion it must first be melted and dissolved in some warm oil (80oC/176oF); only this oil-skinwhite mixture can then be added to the lotion or cream; otherwise it will form lumps and will not dissolve. |
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| Application: All kinds of skin-lightening products including lotions, creams, fluids, makeup products. |
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| More Information: MSDS, Fact Sheet, Fact Sheet II, Sample Recipe |
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