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Microwave-Assisted Extraction of Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidants for Cosmetic Applications Using Polyol-Based Technology
Published on: August 23, 2024
Effect of some antioxidants on the color change of white lotion
1Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prince of Songkla University, Hat-Yai, Songkhla 90112, Thailand.
Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to improve the physical color stability of official white lotion to a point where a freshly prepared lotion would not be necessary. Three anioxidants (ascorbic acid, sodium metabisulfite and sodium sulfite) were added into official white lotion in a concentration of 0.1% w/v. Sodium sulfite was found to be the most suitable.
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