The Whitening Mechanism Of Cistanche Deserticola

Cistanche deserticola Y.C. Ma or Cistanche tubulosa (Schrenk) Wightr, a perennial fleshy parasitic herbaceous plant in the family Orobaceae, is a dry, scaly, fleshy stem. Mainly produced in Inner Mongolia, Gansu, Xinjiang, Qinghai and other regions. More than spring seedlings are harvested and dried before or just after being unearthed. Cut into thick slices, used raw or in winemaking.

In the field of beauty, the application of Cistanche deserticola has gradually attracted people's attention, and its whitening and beauty benefits are particularly remarkable.

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The whitening effect of Cistanche deserticola

1. Tyrosinase inhibitory effect: The phenylethanol glycoside compounds contained in Cistanche deserticola, especially the total phenylethanol glycosides, have been proven to have the ability to inhibit tyrosinase activity. Tyrosinase is a key enzyme in melanin synthesis, and inhibition of its activity helps to reduce melanin production, thereby achieving whitening effects.

2. Antioxidant capacity: The antioxidant effect of Cistanche deserticola helps to eliminate free radicals and reduce the damage of oxidative stress to the skin. Free radicals are an important cause of skin aging and pigmentation. Through antioxidant effects, Cistanche deserticola helps to protect the skin and maintain its fair and radiant appearance.

The anti-aging effect of Cistanche deserticola

1. Free radical scavenging: Cistanche deserticola extract can scavenge free radicals, which can slow down the process of skin aging.

2. Collagen protection: Cistanche deserticola can reduce the activity of collagenase and elastase, protect collagen and elastin in the skin, and thus delay the formation of skin wrinkles.

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The sun protection effect of Cistanche Deserticola

1. UV absorption: The phenylethanol glycoside in Cistanche deserticola has a strong absorption ability in the UV region of 280-380 nm, and can be used as a natural sunscreen.

2. Photoprotective effect: In addition to absorbing ultraviolet rays, Cistanche deserticola also has antioxidants, DNA damage repair, and reduced cell apoptosis effects, providing comprehensive photoprotection for the skin.

The moisturizing effect of Cistanche deserticola

1. Water holding capacity: Cistanche deserticola extract has excellent water holding capacity, which can reduce the evaporation of skin moisture and maintain a hydrated state of the skin.

2. Moisturizing ingredients: The components such as mannitol, betaine, and allantoin contained in Cistanche deserticola are classic moisturizing ingredients, further confirming their moisturizing effects.

The antibacterial effect of Cistanche deserticola

1. Microbial inhibition: Cistanche deserticola has a good antibacterial effect, which can inhibit the growth of microorganisms in cosmetics and extend the shelf life of products.

2. Natural preservatives: The characteristic of Cistanche deserticola allows it to be used as a natural preservative, providing safety assurance for cosmetics.

Main Chemical Constituents of Cistanche deserticola

Beauty methods

Used for kidney yang deficiency and decline, insufficient essence and blood, haggard face, sweet and moist Cistanche deserticola, nourishing but not greasy, warm but not dry. It is a commonly used product for tonifying the kidney, strengthening the yang, and nourishing lean blood. It can be used together with products such as dodder seed, cooked Rehmannia root, Angelica sinensis, deer antler, etc. to treat symptoms of kidney deficiency, yang deficiency, and insufficient essence and blood, as well as symptoms of facial fatigue and premature aging.

【 Usage and Dosage 】 decoction, 10-15g. Single-use of high-dose decoction can reach up to 60g.

【 Precautions for use 】 Avoid taking it for those with yin deficiency and excessive fire, loose stools, and solid heat in the gastrointestinal tract.

【Note】 This product is sweet and warm, with a moisturizing and nondrying nature. It is a mild product that tonifies kidney yang, benefits essence, and blood, and can also warm yang, moisten dryness, and relieve constipation. Due to its gentle tonifying effect, it is named Cistanche (Calm). Indications: Impotence, infertility, weak waist and knees, weak muscles and bones, and intestinal dryness and constipation caused by insufficient kidney yang and deficiency of essence and blood.

As a beauty and health care product, this product has the function of tonifying kidney yang, nourishing essence, and blood, and staying in the face. Although the medicinal effect is mild, it can be taken regularly, so it is commonly used for skin aging caused by kidney deficiency and essence deficiency. It can delay aging and stay in the face for a better complexion.

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【 Formula 】

(1) Buzhen Wan: Half a kilogram of Cistanche deserticola (soaked in wine overnight, cut, roasted, and ground), half a kilogram of Cuscuta seeds (soaked in wine overnight, washed, roasted, and ground). The top is the end. Take two liters of raw rehmannia juice and boil it slowly in a silver stone tool to make a paste. Take another green bamboo juice and sprinkle it into the paste from time to time. When it is thick and sticky, cool it. It is as big as a sycamore tree. Take 30-50 pills each, and send them with hollow warm wine or salt soup. Boost vitality, nourish essence, moisturize beard, and have no violent behavior when taken for a long time.

(2) Yishou Dixian Pill: one or two chamomile flowers, two or two medlars, Morinda officinalis, and Cistanche deserticola, respectively. The top four drugs are fine powder, honey is a pill, and wrong seeds are large. Take thirty pills per serving, with hollow salt soup and warm wine. Black sideburns, with blood lingering on the face, lightweight and healthy, prolonging life.

(3) Cistanche honey paste: 500g each of Cistanche deserticola and honey, 300g each of black sesame and walnut kernels. First, pan fry the Cistanche deserticola to remove any residue, then stir fry the black sesame seeds and walnut kernels over low heat until finely ground. Finally, combine the four ingredients to form a paste. Drink 1-2 spoons of hot water in the morning and evening. Regular use of this ointment can also retain the appearance of guests, with black hair, intelligent ears and eyes, but prolonged illness.

【 Materia Medica Literature 】

(1) The Theory of Medicinal Properties; "Benefiting the marrow, pleasing the color, prolonging life, treating women's blood loss, strengthening yang, greatly tonifying, and promoting red and white discharge."

(2) The Japanese Materia Medica: "To treat male infertility and female infertility, nourish the five internal organs, grow muscles, and warm the waist and knees."

Modern research: This product mainly contains betaine and beta- Sitosterol, carotene, triacontanol, mannitol, etc. It can regulate endocrine function, promote metabolism, and have effects such as strength and anti-aging.

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Conclusion and Outlook

The application of Cistanche deserticola in the field of beauty has shown great potential, with its multiple effects such as whitening, anti-aging, sun protection, moisturizing, and antibacterial, making it a valuable resource for cosmetics research and development. With the in-depth research on the components of Cistanche deserticola and the continuous improvement of extraction technology, it is expected that Cistanche deserticola will play a more important role in beauty and skincare products in the future. However, the quality of Cistanche deserticola and the stability of its active ingredients still need further research and optimization to ensure its safe and effective application in beauty products.