Artemisinin and its derivatives (such as artesunate and dihydroartemisinin) have shown remarkable potential not only in anti-malarial treatment but also in the fields of cancer, viral infections, and autoimmune diseases. Combination therapy can enhance efficacy, reduce resistance, and lower the side effects associated with monotherapy. Fig 1. Artemisinin source and structure Advantages of Artemisinin Combination … Continue reading
In today’s cosmetics market, consumers are paying more attention to the safety and efficacy of products. Discussions about natural ingredients have become increasingly popular in recent years. This trend has also influenced consumer behavior. According to statistics, more than 40% of shoppers prioritize natural ingredients in beauty and personal care products. Natural Ingredients in Skincare … Continue reading
When sodium hyaluronate is mentioned, many people might first think of the “hydrating ingredient” in skincare products, but its story goes far beyond that. As a powerful biological molecule, it plays a significant role in beauty, medicine, and health care. Multiple Functions of Sodium Hyaluronate From skincare to medicine, joint care to genetic engineering, sodium … Continue reading
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring ingredient in the human body, known for its excellent moisturizing, lubrication, and biocompatibility. These merits have led to a wide variety of applications in medicine and cosmetics. According to its purpose, HA can be divided into cosmetic-grade, food-grade, medical-grade, and injectable-grade. Of them, injectable-grade HA is extensively used in … Continue reading
Introduction to Sodium Hyaluronate Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a high-molecular-weight polysaccharide with repeating disaccharide units of D-glucuronic acid and N-acetylglucosamine. Its salt form, sodium hyaluronate (SH), was initially isolated from the eye’s vitreous body. Sodium hyaluronate has a wide distribution in animal or human tissues, generally located in the extracellular matrix. It has a high … Continue reading