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Sphinganine. Acts as an anti-hair loss active. It is a naturally occurring, skin-identical sphingolipid produced by fermentation of yeast ensuring that sphinganine features the same stereochemical configuration as found in nature and in human skin.
Details
CAS
764-22-7
Product Type
Industry
Producer
Supplier
Chemical Composition
Nature: Biotechnology & Fermentation technology products
Advantages
- It does not contain any remains of micro-organisms, which have been genetically modified
- It addresses hair loss by balancing the hair life cycle by inhibition of 5-α-reductase, strengthening the hair follicle and improving scalp health
- It stimulates formation of essential building blocks like proteins and ceramides and by improving scalp health by equalizing the microflora
- has a positive effect on anagen hair rate
- Improves appearance of hair quality
Other Applications
Hair care (Shampoos, Conditioners & Styling)
Handling
Use Level: 0.1-0.5%
Listed in CFDA .
Technical data
| Quantity | Value | Unit | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance Properties | |||
| Appearance | White | ||
| Physical state | powder | ||
| Physical Properties | |||
| Solubility | |||
| Solubility | |||
| Melting range | 73 - 84 | ºC | |
| Chemical Properties | |||
| Loss on drying | 3 | % | GM_1552_01 |