Cosmate^®Q10,Coenzyme Q10 is important for skin care. It plays a vital role in the production of collagen and other proteins that make up the extracellular matrix. When the extracellular matrix is disrupted or depleted, skin will lose its elasticity, smoothness, and tone which can cause wrinkles and premature aging. Coenzyme Q10 can help to maintain overall skin integrity and reduce the signs of aging. Cosmate^®Q10,Coenzyme Q10,Ubiquinone may have an effect on skin and the appearance of wrinkles. This is likely due to its powerful antioxidant properties which help to protect the skin from UV damage, stimulate healthy collagen production and reduce substances that wreak havoc on skin's support structure. CoQ10 has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.CoQ10 is a useful cosmetic ingredient for skin care and sun protection products. By functioning as an antioxidant and free radical scavenger, Coenzyme Q10 can enhance our natural defense system against environmental stress. Coenzyme Q10 can also be useful in sun care products. Data has demonstrated a reduction of wrinkles with long-term use of Coenzyme Q10 in skin care products. Coenzyme Q10 is recommended for use in creams, lotions, oil based serums, and other cosmetic products. Coenzyme Q10 is particularly useful in antiaging formulations and sun care products. Coenzyme Q10 powder is oil soluble, but its solubility is relatively low. In order to incorporate it into an oil you can gentle heat the oil/Q10 in a water bath to around 40~50°C, stir and the powder will dissolve. Because of its low solubility it can separate from the oil over time, if this happens it can be gently heated again to be reincorporated. Technical Parameters:

Appearance	Yellow to Orange Fine Powder
Odor	Characteristic
Identifications	Identical to R.S.sample
Coenzyme Q-10	98.0% min.
Coenzyme Q7,Q8,Q9,Q11 and related Impurites	1.0%max.
Total Impurities	1.5%max.
Sieve Analysis	90% through 80 mesh
Loss on Drying	0.2%max.
Total Ash	1.0%max.
Lead(Pb)	3.0mg/kg max.
Arsenic(As)	2.0mg/kg max.
Cadmium(Cd)	1.0mg/kg max.
Mercury(Hg)	0.1mg/kg max.
Residual Solvents	Meet Eur.Ph.
Residual Pesticides	Meet Eur.Ph.
Total Plate Count	10,000 cfu/g
Molds & Yeasts	1,000 cfu/g
E.Coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative
Non-Irradiation	700max.

Applications: *Antioxidant *Anti-Aging *Anti-Inflammation *Sun-Screen *Skin Conditioning