Nicomenthyl TAO (Turmeric Anti-Oxidant) is a balanced synergy that harmonizes the proven protective and detoxifying properties of Menthyl nicotinate (lipophilic derivative of niacin or vitamin B3) with the anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and immunostimulant properties of the active ingredient (curcumin) contained in Curcuma longa (Turmeric). Turmeric is the most studied spice in the world, especially its active principle curcumin. A broad spectrum of studies has demonstrated curcumin's ability to induce numerous biological and pharmacological effects. It is a powerful antioxidant that can both prevent the formation of free radicals and neutralize existing f ree radicals. Its antioxidant property is much superior to that of vitamin E, vitamin C and beta-carotene.

NICOMENTHYL®20 (Menthyl nicotinate) is a new multifunctional, sensorial cosmetic ingredient. Liposoluble and thermostable. Skin microcirculation enhancer. Detoxifying, antioxidant, anti-age. Protecting against UV radiation, Blue light, WIFI, toxins, pollutants, and other external harmful factors. Full-scale in vitro and in vivo studies have demonstrated Menthyl nicotinate’s fast penetration kinetics through the skin, and its subsequent hydrolysis effectively releases pure niacin (vitamin B3) with a consequent significant increase of NAD levels in skin cells (NAD-booster effect). NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) plays key roles not only in all major biological processes concerning electron transport chain and energy metabolism, but also those involving immune response and repairing DNA damage due to oxidative stress. Nicomenthyl 20 does not cause any flush, irritation, or sensitization, even in cosmetic compositions containing it at concentrations up to 3-5%. Its time-release delivery of niacin is 3 to 8 times higher than the skin absorption rate of the common niacinamide. Such characteristics qualify Nicomenthyl 20 as a powerful, effective, safe percutaneous carrier of Vitamin B3.

 

All efficacy and safety test reports are available to customers upon request.