Honokiol is a polyphenolic compound, and its isomer Magnolol is present in the dry root bark of the traditional Chinese medicine Magnolia officinalis, and is the main active ingredient of the traditional Chinese medicine Magnolia officinalis. Honokiol can be extracted from the root bark of Magnolia officinalis.
Physical and chemical properties
Honokiol is a white crystal with a melting point of 83-87°C, slightly soluble in water and soluble in ethanol. The CAS number of honokiol is 35354-74-6.
Application in cosmetics
Honokiol has broad-spectrum antibacterial properties, and its MICs against Staphylococcus aureus, Propionibacterium acnes, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli and Candida albicans are 25×10-6, 4×10-6, >500× 10-6, >500×10-6 and >500×10-6.
1, Honokiol can be used as an antibacterial agent (gram-negative bacteria and acid-resistant bacteria), and can be used to prevent and treat acne;
2, In oral hygiene products, it can be used to resist dental caries and inhibit tooth decay;
3, The inhibition of honokiol on NF-κB cells can be confirmed Improves the function of skin immune cells and has anti-inflammatory effects;
4, Magnolia Extract Honokiol can also be used as an antioxidant and skin whitening agent.
