Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- CAS No.
- 93384-40-8
- EC No.
- 297-250-8
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Application Format
- Treatment Product Applications
Properties
- Odor
- Pleasant
Technical Details & Test Data
- Efficacy Tests
In vivo placebo controlled clinical trial (Jeong et al, Ann Dermatol. 2010 May; 22(2):143-148) of 4% chia seed oil lotion vs. standard lotion demonstrated:
- Reduction of itchiness
- Reduction of nodules and thickened skin
- Reduction of skin discolorations
- Extended Shelf-Life
Specially selected chia seeds, along with unique processing, results in ultrahigh level of natural antioxidants. It has a high ORAC level of antioxidants: 962 umol/TE/100g
- Anti-Pigmentation and UV Melanogenesis
Efficient pigment lightening effect seen with application of linoleic and alpha-linolenic fatty acid to brown guinea pig skin (Ando et al. Arch Dermatol Res. 1998 Jul;290(7):375-81).
Tyrosine activity and melanin content reduced by over 75%.
Photos show effect of four applications: Control (top left); Oleic Acid 0.5% (top right); Linoleum Acid 0.5% (bottom left); alphaLinolenic Acid 0.5% (bottom right). Applications were five times per week for three weeks. Significant depigmentation visible after two weeks with the polyunsaturated fatty acids.
