The cosmetic industry has gone under revolution in the last few decades. However, the skincare segment boasts a different fanbase. Surprisingly, it's not only about women but men have also become aware of the early skincare benefits.
One of the most important ingredients in modern skincare products is Carvacrol. It is a monoterpene present in the essential oils of different spices. An 80% naturally occurring concentration of carvacrol is found in Origanum vulgare. From antibacterial to antioxidant activities, Carvacrol has been studied for wide application in the skincare industry.
Scientific studies for cosmetic approach
Scientists carried out an experiment to study Carvacrol’s antioxidant properties. They noted that a few components of black seed such as thymoquinone (TQ), 4-terpineol, carvacrol, and t-anethole possess strong antioxidant properties. They conducted a DPPH assay and observed that black seed components can neutralize harmful free radicals. Plus, they can prevent damage to DNA and lipids.
How does it help to eradicate free radicals?
Before learning about Carvacrol’s antioxidant properties, let us understand oxidation and oxidative stress. Oxidative stress occurs when an imbalance between harmful molecules (reactive oxygen species also known as ROS) and the body's ability to neutralize them. These free radicals can damage your proteins, fats, and DNA. If it happens to the skin cells, it can lead to cell damage and you get wrinkles, age spots, fine lines, etc.
Most essential oils that contain Carvacrol are natural anti‐oxidants. Carvacrol can reduce cell damage by neutralizing these ROS. Moreover, Carvacrol has remarkably higher hepatoprotective properties that can improve the activity of enzymatic anti‐oxidants and the levels of nonenzymatic anti‐oxidants.
How does it neutralize? Carvacrol contains a hydroxyl group (OH). This OH group can neutralize harmful molecules like superoxide radicals, nitric oxide, and hydrogen peroxide. It donates hydrogen atoms and stabilizes the harmful radicals through resonance.
Cosmetic application
Carvacrol is an active component in several serums, creams, and cleansers. Manufacturers mostly combine it with other phenolic compounds. For example, they mix Carvacrol with thymol for more benefits.
If you are a personal care brand looking for a bulk supply of Carvacrol, contact SBBLG today. They are a large scale manufacturer/supplier of Carvacrol and similar chemicals that find extensive application in the cosmetics industry.
