ζ-Carotene: a high-value natural ingredient for skin health (IMAGE)

Meijo University

ζ-Carotene: a high-value natural ingredient for skin health

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Researchers isolated and characterized four naturally occurring geometric isomers of ζ-carotene, a key intermediate in carotenoid biosynthesis. The study revealed their distinctive UV-A light absorption and antioxidant activities, including singlet oxygen quenching and antiglycation effects, highlighting their potential as natural functional ingredients in nutricosmetics and topical formulations.

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