Gamma Oryzanol
Gamma Oryzanol or Gamma-Gamma Oryzanol is a white to white-yellowish, crystalline and odourless powder. It consists of phytosterols esterified with ferulic acid (organic compound from the group of phenolic acids) and is obtained from rice germ oil. Gamma oryzanol is an active ingredient that is only found in rice, and can, among other things, reduce…
Gemstones
A raw materials in cosmetics Gemstones are the product of many millions of years of the earth’s history. They are characterised by a variety of colour nuances and light effects. Geological processes and mineralisation have manifested themselves in them and bound amazing powers. We use the resulting effects for physical and mental healing and strengthening,…
German cosmetics
Korean beauty was yesterday: the latest trend in cosmetics is called G-Beauty and is already on its way to conquering the whole world. The abbreviation “G” stands for “German”, so we are dealing with “German Beauty”, which in turn stands for German cosmetics (Made in Germany). Hollywood is already enthusiastic about the new trend. Stars…
Ginger Extract
Ginger has been used in India and China for centuries. The tuber traditionally has a firm place in Ayurveda teachings and has also become an integral part of Asian cuisine. No wonder, as ginger contains more than 160 valuable ingredients! The plant originally comes from South-East Asia and is now mainly cultivated in Indonesia, Sri…
Glutathione (GSH)
Glutathione (GSH), an essential component of the human body, not only has a significant effect in cells, but is also proving to be a versatile player in the world of health and cosmetics. As the body’s own antioxidant, it plays a central role in protecting against oxidative stress and detoxifying harmful substances. This tripeptide, known…
Gluten Intolerance
Gluten intolerance is an autoimmune disease that is also very common in this country. The human immune system identifies the actually harmless gluten protein (gluten) as an enemy and attacks it like bacteria or viruses. Unfortunately, however, the antibodies are not only directed against gluten, but also against the body’s own substances and above all…
Glyceryl Caprylate
Glyceryl caprylate (GMCY) is a monoester of glycerol with caprylic acid. The name caprylic acid is derived from the Latin word “capra”, which means “goat”. The reason for this unusual naming: caprylic acid occurs as a triglyceride in goat butter. The acid is also found as a triglyceride (“glycerol triester”) in about five to nine…
Glycolipids
Glycolipids as very mild baby and children’s cleansing products: Gentle care for the little ones The skin of babies and children is particularly sensitive and therefore requires particularly mild and gentle cleansing products. Cosmacon, in collaboration with Evonik, has developed innovative cleansing products that are specially tailored to the needs of the youngest skin. These…
Green Tea
Green tea, derived from the leaves of the evergreen, highly branched shrub, plays a central role in various aspects of our lives. It finds applications in drug extraction, cosmetics, and health products due to its diverse range of uses. In this article, we will delve into the botany of Camellia sinensis, the constituents of green…
Hair Growth
Our hair is one of our most important external distinguishing features. It makes us attractive, makes us unmistakable and adapts perfectly to our personality thanks to countless styling options. At the same time, it also fulfils important tasks: Hair protects our head from cooling, infrared light (heat radiation) and excessive UV radiation. Incidentally, evolutionary scientists…