Debittered Ashwagandha Extract
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine for 3,000+ years, is now revolutionizing modern skincare. Its debittered extract addresses key formulation challenges—bitterness and solubility—while preserving bioactive potency. This adaptogen uniquely combats "skin exposome" stressors (pollution, UV, psychological stress) that accelerate aging by disrupting skin barrier function and cellular balance.
Debittered ashwagandha refers to specialized extracts of Withania somnifera (Indian ginseng) that undergo advanced processing,Uses enzymatic and fermentation-based methods to break down bitter alkaloids to remove bitter compounds while preserving bioactive withanolides.
Debittered ashwagandha refers transcends conventional "antioxidant" roles by addressing both exogenous aggressors and endogenous stress responses. Its clinical efficacy in barrier restoration, collagen stimulation, and hyperpigmentation management—coupled with formulation versatility—positions it as an indispensable biomimetic ingredient. Future breakthroughs will leverage its genomic regulation capabilities for personalized, age-reversal skincare.
Withanolides scavenge free radicals and curb oxidative stress, protecting structural proteins (collagen, elastin) from degradation.A clinical study on a topical lotion containing standardized ashwagandha root extract significantly improved transepidermal water loss (TEWL), hydration, and elasticity in photo-aged skin, enhancing both objective skin quality and perceived quality of life.
Debittered Ashwagandha Extract delivers rapid stress and anxiety relief by modulating cortisol levels, inducing relaxation without sedation. Within minutes, it boosts energy, clears brain fog, and enhances ATP production, providing an immediate lift in alertness and focus. It also supports GABA activity to improve mood, memory, and cognition, while its rapidly absorbed withanolides reduce inflammation and may aid thyroid function to promote metabolic balance. Taken at night, the faster bioavailability encourages deeper sleep and accelerates post-workout muscle recovery.
Debittered Ashwagandha Extract while not a direct melanin inhibitor, it improves micro-circulation and lowers background inflammation, indirectly promoting a more uniform, radiant tone.Long-term use helps diminish dullness and sallowness for a healthy glow.
Key Technical Parameters
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Assay(Total Withanolides) |
≥5.0% |
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Withaferin A(%w'w) |
≤0.1% |
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Appearance |
Off-white to light yellow powder |
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Taste |
600mg in 150mL water, no bitter taste with a faint herbal fragrance. |
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Particle Size |
95%Through 80 mesh |
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Loss on Drying |
≤5.0% |
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Ash |
≤8.0% |
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pH |
4.0-6. 5 |
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Bulk Density |
≥0.25g/ml |
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Tapped Density |
≥0.30g/ml |
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Residual Solvents |
Complies as per USP/ICH guidelines |
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Lead(Pb) |
≤1.0ppm |
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Arsenic(As) |
≤1.0ppm |
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Mercury(Hg) |
≤0.1ppm |
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Cadmium(Cd) |
≤1.0ppm |
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Total plate Count |
≤10000cfu/g |
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Yeast & Mold |
≤1000cfu/g |
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E.Coli. |
Negative |
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Salmonella |
Negative/25g |
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Staphylococcus |
Negative |
Applications
● Anti-acne effect
● Anti-inflammatory effect
● Complexion Brightening effect
● Barrier Repair effect
● Anti-Aging effect
● Hydration effect
Advantages
● Natural source
● Formulation-Friendly
● Anxiety and depression reduction effects
● Sleep aid effect
● Regulating endocrine function
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