Description
beta carotene powder
Beta Carotene (Provitamin A) — Antioxidant Brightening Active
Beta-carotene powder is a reddish-orange, water-soluble, or oil-dispersible pigment (provitamin A) widely used as a nutritional supplement to boost antioxidant levels, support immune function, and enhance eye health.
In cosmetics, it is used at low concentrations (0.01–0.02%) to reduce wrinkles, treat acne, and promote skin radiance.
Key Details About Beta-Carotene Powder
Appearance: Typically a reddish powder.
Solubility: Often available as water-soluble or cold-water-soluble (CWS).
Usage Rate: 0.01%–0.02% in skincare formulations to avoid staining.
Key Benefits: Acts as a powerful antioxidant, converts to Vitamin A, promotes healthy skin, hair, and immune system, and helps with eye health.
Applications: Used in lotions, creams, serums, soaps and anti-aging treatments.
Important Safety & Usage Tips
Staining: High concentrations can stain the skin.
Safety: Generally safe and considered a Vitamin A.
Source: Can be derived from natural sources like algae (Dunaliella salina) or produced
It is widely available from suppliers for both cosmetic formulation and dietary supplementation in various concentrations (e.g., 1% or 10% powder).
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