98% Oleanolic Acid CAS 508-02-1 Powder
What is Oleanolic Acid ?
Oleanolic acid is a natural pentacyclic triterpene acid compound widely found in vegetables, fruits and herbs. The content of oleanolic acid in plants varies depending on the plant species. For example, the content of the Cucurbitaceae plant Luogudi is higher, at 1.5% to 2%, while the content of Ligustrum lucidum fruit is between 0.6% and 0.7%. In these plants, oleanolic acid is often found in the epidermal wax, which can serve as a barrier to pathogens and water loss.
Oleanolic acid is a white needle-shaped crystal that is odorless and tasteless and unstable to acids and alkalis. It is insoluble in water, but soluble in organic solvents such as methanol, ethanol, ether, acetone and chloroform.
What are the benefits?
1. Promote metabolism: The metabolism in the body is usually affected by fruit acid, and oleanolic acid can help regulate the moisture on the surface of the skin, thereby accelerating the body's metabolism. Therefore, a moderate intake of oleanolic acid can help improve skin condition, reduce skin pigmentation, and improve skin roughness;
2. Anti-inflammatory: Studies have shown that oleanolic acid can play an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant role, which is helpful in relieving symptoms such as redness, itching, and edema caused by allergic rhinitis. At the same time, its antioxidant effect can also help reduce the damage of ultraviolet rays to the skin, thereby helping to improve skin condition;
3. Regulate blood lipids: Oleanolic acid can reduce the content of cholesterol and triglycerides in serum, which is beneficial for preventing cardiovascular diseases and has a certain positive effect on cardiovascular health;
4. Relieve fatigue: Oleanolic acid can help regulate the body's metabolism, and at the same time can help relieve stress, soothe the body and mind, and thereby help improve fatigue.
In addition, oleanolic acid can also help lower blood sugar to a certain extent, which is beneficial for preventing the occurrence of diabetes. Moreover, studies have shown that the antioxidants in oleanolic acid can help reduce the deposition of lipofuscin, which is beneficial to the skin, so it has a certain beauty and beauty effect.
Application direction
1. Cosmetics industry: Oleanolic acid is widely used as an ingredient in skin care and beauty products in the cosmetics industry. It has the effects of exfoliating, promoting cell renewal and fading spots, and is often used in facial wrinkle removal, freckle removal and skin quality improvement products. Oleanolic acid can remove the aged stratum corneum, making the skin smoother and more delicate, and has obvious anti-aging effects.
2. Pharmaceutical industry: Oleanolic acid is an important drug ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used to treat a variety of skin diseases, such as acne, acne and ichthyosis. Oleanolic acid can effectively improve the symptoms of skin diseases by promoting the renewal of skin cells and reducing pore blockage, and has anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects.
3. Food industry: Oleanolic acid is used as a food acidifier and acidifier in the food industry. It can provide sourness, increase the taste and preservation effect of food. Oleanolic acid is often used in the production of carbonated beverages, juices, yogurt, candies and pickled foods.
4. Agricultural industry: Oleanolic acid also has certain applications in the agricultural field. It can be used as a plant growth regulator to promote the growth and development of plant stems and leaves. In addition, oleanolic acid can also improve the plant's resistance to adversity and increase crop yield and quality.
