Carnosine

1.Basic information:

INCI Name: L-Carnosine

C.A.S number :  305-84-0

Reference: Dragosine; N-beta-Alanyl-L-histidine

Molecular formula: C9H14N4O3

Molecular weight :  226.23

Assay:  98.0%

Grade: cosmetic,pharma

Source:synthetic

Melting point: 215-216°C

MSDS and COA: available

Chemical structure:

Appearance: White crystalline powder

2.Function and Usage:

3.Introduction:

L-Carnosine is the most effective anti-carbonylation agent yet discovered. (Carbonylation is a pathological step in the age- related degradation of the body proteins. )Carnosine helps to prevent skin collagen cross-linking which leads to loss of elasticity and wrinkles. 
L-Carnosine is a Super antioxidant that quenches even the most destructive free radicals: The hydroxyl and the peroxyl radicals, superoxide, and singlet oxygen. Carnosine helps to chelate ionic metals(flush toxins from the body). 
It also acts as a regulator of zinc and copper concentrations in nerve cells, helping to prevent overstimulation by these neuroactive in the body substantiates all of the above and other studies have indicated further benefits.