Arbutin, also known as arbutin, has a chemical formula of C12H16O7. It is an ingredient extracted from bearberry leaves of the Ericaceae plant. It can inhibit the activity of tyrosinase in the body and prevent the production of melanin, thereby reducing skin pigmentation. , removes spots and freckles, and also has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects. It is mainly used in cosmetics.
▶Appearance: white powder
▶Alias: p-Hydroxybenzene-β-D-glucopyranoside, arbutin
▶CAS number: 497-76-7
▶Chemical formula: C12H16O7
▶Molecular weight: 272.251
nature
It is white needle crystal or powder, easily soluble in hot water, methanol, ethanol, propylene glycol, and glycerin, but insoluble in solvents such as ether, chloroform, and petroleum ether.
Arbutin can be divided into α-type and β-type according to different structures. The chemical name of α-arbutin is 4-hydroxyphenyl-α-D-glucopyranoside, and the chemical name of β-arbutin is 4-hydroxyphenyl-β-D-glucopyranoside. α-Arbutin is the epimer of β-arbutin, and the direction of its glycosidic bond in space is opposite to that of β-arbutin
Function
1. Antioxidant effect: Arbutin is a powerful natural antioxidant that can scavenge free radicals, slow down cell aging, and protect cell health.
2. Anti-inflammatory effect: Arbutin can inhibit inflammatory reactions, reduce inflammatory symptoms, and has a certain therapeutic effect on rheumatoid arthritis, allergic diseases, etc.
3. Blood pressure lowering effect: Arbutin can dilate blood vessels and lower blood pressure, and has a certain auxiliary therapeutic effect on patients with hypertension.
4. Protect cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases: Arbutin can inhibit platelet aggregation, prevent thrombosis, and reduce the occurrence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
5. Anti-tumor effect: Arbutin can inhibit the growth and spread of tumor cells and has a certain effect in preventing tumors.
Application
1. Used in high-end cosmetics, it can be formulated into skin care cream, freckle cream, high-end pearl cream, etc. It can not only beautify and protect skin, but also be anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant.
2. Raw materials for burns and scalds medicine: Arbutin is the main component of the new type of burns and scalds medicine. It is characterized by rapid pain relief, strong anti-inflammatory power, rapid elimination of redness and swelling, fast healing, and no scarring. Dosage form: Spray or apply.
3. Intestinal anti-inflammatory medicinal raw materials: good sterilization and anti-inflammatory effects, no toxic side effects.
Article Written By: Coco Wang
Post time: Feb-15-2024