Description

Octadecenedioic acid is known as a skin whitening agent, with a new mechanism of action inhibiting the entire metabolic pathway of melanin synthesis from the nucleus of the melanocyte. By reducing the level of tryosinase mRNA, tyrosinase and melanin production is decreased. It provides skin brightening by helping to reduce melanin synthesis. Octadecenediodic acid is obtained from natural and vegetable oleic acid. studies show it plays a novel role in interrupting excess melanin via binding to enzymatic receptor sites on skin’s surface that help encourage normal, even skin color.
This vegetable-derived ingredient was discovered after research into alternatives to Azelaic Acid. Also known as Dioic Acid both acids are Dicarboxylic Acid.
Regulate sebum and combat blemishes whilst minimizing risk of irritation.

INCI: 9-Octadecenedioic acid

Cas no: 20701-68-2
Usage Rate: 1-2%
Oil soluble, add to cool down phase or below 60oC

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