Ergothioneine is a natural rare amino acid that was originally discovered in a fungus. It can protect cells in the human body (the human body cannot synthesize it). Ergothioneine is a cell protector and antioxidant that exists naturally in the human body. Compared with antioxidants such as vitamin C, it is mild and safe enough, and has a stronger antioxidant effect.
Whitening
It has a good inhibitory effect on tyrosinase activity, thereby inhibiting the production of cellular melanin and reducing
the need for pigment.
Repair
It can protect DNA and proteins from oxidative damage and has a stronger repair effect than vitamin E
Anti-photoaging
Reduces the damage of ultraviolet radiation and light sources to the skin, reduces the formation of active chlorine, and protects cells from radiation/UVA damage.
Antioxidant
Antioxidant is at the DNA level and can effectively protect mitochondria from free radical damage. Its ability to scavenge free radicals.
Used as a unique antioxidant 1. Ergothioneine is a natural antioxidant that is highly protective and non-toxic to cells, stimulating the natural antioxidant defense system of cells. Among the many antioxidants, ergothioneine is particularly unique because it can chelate heavy metal ions and protect red blood cells in the body from free radical damage.
2. The ultraviolet UVA in the sun can penetrate into the dermis of human skin, affect the growth of epidermal cells, cause surface cells to die, and cause premature aging of the skin, while ultraviolet UVB is more likely to cause skin cancer. Ergothioneine can minimize the formation of active oxygen and protect cells from radiation damage. Therefore, ergothioneine can be added to certain cosmetics as a skin protectant for the development of outdoor skin care products and protective cosmetics.
