1. Antioxidant effect
Hesperetin, as a natural antioxidant, can scavenge free radicals and reduce oxidative damage to the skin. This antioxidant effect helps protect skin cells and slow down the skin aging process, keeping skin young and healthy.
2. Anti-aging effect
Hesperetin can reduce signs of skin aging, such as wrinkles and sagging. Its anti-aging effect is mainly achieved by promoting the renewal and repair of skin cells, and enhancing the elasticity and firmness of the skin. This makes hesperetin an important ingredient in many anti-aging cosmetics.
3. Whitening effect
Hesperetin also inhibits the activity of tyrosinase, a key enzyme in melanin synthesis. By inhibiting the activity of tyrosinase, hesperetin can reduce the production of melanin, thereby whitening and removing freckles. This has a significant effect on improving issues such as uneven skin tone and dark spots.
4. Moisturizing effect
It also has a certain moisturizing effect and can improve skin quality. Its moisturizing effect is mainly achieved by forming a protective film on the skin surface to reduce water evaporation, while promoting the skin’s absorption and retention of moisture. This makes hesperetin an ideal ingredient in many moisturizing cosmetics.
5. Security and Stability
Hesperetin has high stability and remains stable in the presence of light and oxygen. In addition, hesperetin also has good water solubility and fat solubility, which facilitates the formulation and application in cosmetics. At the same time, hesperetin is derived from natural plants, such as young citrus fruits of the Rutaceae family, so its safety is relatively high.
6. Application examples
In cosmetics, hesperetin is often used as an additive in facial masks, skin care products, makeup and other products. For example, some products such as anti-aging creams, essences, and eye creams often contain hesperetin to exert its anti-aging and whitening effects. In addition, it is also used to make some skin care products with moisturizing and soothing effects, such as moisturizing lotions and soothing sprays.