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Apigenin is a common flavonoid compound in nature, which exists in a variety of vegetables, fruits and plants. Apigenin, as a kind of flavonoid compound, has a variety of biological activities. At present, apigenin is more and more widely used in various kinds of efficacy cosmetics. The following is a specific to understand the application of apigenin in cosmetics.

Application of apigenin in cosmetics

The absorption of apigenin to ultraviolet rays is concentrated in B zone (wavelength isabout 280~320nm), which is strong absorption, and can be used in sunscreen cosmetics; However, the absorption of apigenin in region A (the wavelength is between 320 and 400nm) is small, so the low concentration of apigenin can be used as skin darkening agent to add to the tanning oil. Can be used as pigment stabilizer in cosmetics, the recommended dosage is 1%.
Apigenin can be used in cream; Can be combined with vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin C and so on; Can also be mixed with plant essential oil such as chamomile oil, calendula oil, almond oil; High concentration of apigenin can inhibit the activity of melanocytes, can be added to sunscreen, face cream, essence, toner, facial mask and other cosmetics; It can be used in shampoo and conditioner.
Apigenin has strong absorption ability to UVB ultraviolet rays, can protect against radiation damage, can be used in sunscreen cosmetics. Apigenin has strong antioxidant properties, strong trapping capacity for various oxygen-containing free radicals, and can prevent oxidative degradation of oil. Apigenin also has anti-inflammatory activity and can prevent skin problems such as blister syndrome, keratosis, and incomplete keratosis. In addition, apigenin relieves itchy scalp and can be used in hair care products. Therefore, apigenin is more and more widely used in all kinds of efficacy cosmetics.