Description: Natural lightening agent obtained from the rhizomes of the Starflower (Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome). The active ingredient (hypoxoside) is derived from Rooperi Rhizome extract. pH 4.5-5.5. Clear viscous, dark brown liquid. Water-soluble.
CAS: 7732-18-5, 56-81-5, n/a, 39300-88-4, 532-32-1, 24634-61-5
INCI Name: Water, glycerin, Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome (starflower) extract, caesalpinia spinosa gum, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate.
Benefits:
- Hypoxoside has been shown to reduce the production of melanin in hypereactive melanocytes thereby evening out the skin tone
- Has effective skin-lightening properties helping to fade age spots, freckles and hyper-pigmentation
- Evens out skin color, helping to create a brighter, younger, more radiant complexion
- Has good antioxidant properties
- Found to have collagen-stimulating effects in-vitro
Use: Add to water phase of emulsions or at the end of the formulating process. Typical use level: 1 - 4%. For external use only.
Applications: Skin brightening skin treatments, decollete serums, photo-aging repair creams, body lotions, anti-spot treatments, anti-aging treatments, makeup lines, deodorants.
Country of Origin: Spain
Raw material source: Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome (Starflower)
Manufacture: Extracted and purified from the roots of the Starflower.
Animal Testing: Not animal tested
GMO: GMO-free but not certified
Vegan: Yes (does not contain animal-derived components)
Documents:
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Certificate of Analysis