Active Ingredients Derived from Microorganisms: Betaine Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
- AKA Trimethylglycine, glycine betaine
- sugar beet Beta vulgaris
synthesised from molasses - dietary: wheat bran, wheat germ, spinach, beets
- synthesized from choline
2
Q
What are the skin benefits?
A
- osmoprotectant (protects against osmotic stress)
- skin-lightening
- anti-inflammatory
- anti-aging
