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Cetostearyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol or cetylstearyl alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols, consisting predominantly of cetyl and stearyl alcohols and is classified as a fatty alcohol. Contents Uses Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses It is used as an emulsion stabilizer, opacifying agent, and foam boosting surfactant, as well as an aqueous and nonaqueous viscosity-increasing […]

Benzyl salicylate is a salicylic acid benzyl ester. Contents Uses Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses In cosmetics and personal care products, Benzyl Salicylate is used in the formulation of bath products, bubble baths, cleansing products, hair care products, makeup, moisturizers, perfumes and colognes, shampoos, skin care products and suntan products. It is used as […]

Benzyl alcohol is an organic alcohol found in many fruits and teas. Benzyl Alcohol has a hydroxyl group (-OH), while the related compound, Benzoic Acid has a carboxyl group (-COOH). Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Benzoate and Potassium Benzoate are salts of Benzoic Acid. Benzyl Benzoate is an ester of Benzyl Alcohol and Benzoic Acid. Contents Uses Cautions […]

Astragalus root has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. It is a powerful adaptogenic herb and is said to support immune function. The root is sold as a supplement in tablets of different dosages. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Astragalus root has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for […]

Astragalus is a large genus of about 3,000 species of herbs and small shrubs, belonging to the legume family Fabaceae and the subfamily Faboideae. It is the largest genus of plants in terms of described species. The genus is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Common names include milkvetch (most species), locoweed (in North […]

Asparagus tuber is a plant. The newly formed shoots (spears), root, and “underground stems” (rhizomes) are used to make medicine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Asparagus is used along with lots of fluids as “irrigation therapy” to increase urine output. It is also used to treat urinary tract infections and other conditions […]

Amyl Cinnamal, also called alpha-amyl cinnamic aldehyde, is a pale yellow liquid with a floral smell suggestive of jasmine. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses In cosmetics and personal care products, Amyl Cinnamal is used in the formulation of bath products, bubble baths, body and hand products, and shampoos. Benefits A perfume […]

Achyranthes is a genus of medicinal and ornamental plants in the amaranth family, Amaranthaceae. Chaff flower is a common name for plants in this genus. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Achyranthes bidentata is used in Traditional Chinese medicine. It inhibits collagen-induced arthritis and acute edema. Most significantly, two novel triterpene glycosides […]

A whey protein isolate is a dietary supplement and food ingredient created by separating components from milk. Whey is a by-product of the cheese-making process. Whey can be processed to yield whey protein in three forms: whey isolate, whey concentrate, or whey hydrolysate. The difference between the whey protein forms is the composition of the […]

Pulex irritans is also called a human flea. Contents Uses Cautions Interactions Other names References Uses Pulex Irritans is very important for the treatment of urinary diseases and women’s problems related to the uterus. In women, the discomfort andirritation in the bladder before the onset of the menstrual period, the late onset of the period, excessive […]