Resveratrol is a natural polyphenol (stilbenoid, natural phenol type and phytoalexin). Has  a powerful antioxidant abilities. It is present in nature in small quantities in wine, peanuts, mulberry and Japanese knotweed. Resveratrol is obtained by a biotechnological process from yeast and glucose. Preclinical and clinical trials have shown that it has anticarcinogenic and anti-inflammatory effects. With his strong antioxidant effect, it has been found to lighten the skin.It has a several mechanisms by which it brightens the skin. It is more effective than L-ascorbic acid and kojic acid. It works quickly with visible and significant results in just 2 weeks (applied 3 times a day). Reduces the signs of skin aging due to good antioxidant effects.

Molecular weight: 228.25 g/mol

INCI: Resveratrol

CAS: 501-36-0

 

 

 

 

References:

 

“Resveratrol as an active ingredient for cosmetic and dermatological applications: a review”- Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, May 2019; Pages: 84-90

 

“Human Skin Lightening Efficacy of Resveratrol and Its Analogs: From in Vitro Studies to Cosmetic Applications”-

Antioxidants (Basel), August 2019 , Pages: 332

 

“Skin photoprotection by natural polyphenols: anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and DNA repair mechanisms”- Archives of Dermatological Research, March 2010, Pages: 71-83

 

“Efficacy and Tolerability of a Skin Brightening/Anti-Aging Cosmeceutical Containing Retinol 0.5%, Niacinamide, Hexylresorcinol, and Resveratro”l- Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, July 2016, Pages: 863-838