Product Name:Milk Thistle Extract
Latin Name:Silybum Mariaceum(L.)Gaertn
CAS No:22888-70-6
Plant Part Used:Seed
Assay:Silymarin≧80.0% by UV; Silymarin≧50.0% by HPLC
Colour:Yellowish brown powder with characteristic odor and taste
GMO Status:GMO Free
Packing: in 25kgs fiber drums
Storage:Keep container unopened in cool, dry place,Keep away from strong light
Shelf Life:24 months from date of production
Title: Premium Water-Soluble Milk Thistle Extract (80% Silymarin) for Enhanced Bioavailability & Skin Health
Meta Description: Discover our advanced water-soluble Milk Thistle Extract (Silymarin 80%), optimized for superior bioavailability and skin protection. Ideal for nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and therapeutic formulations.
Product Overview
Our Water-Soluble Milk Thistle Extract is derived from the seeds of Silybum marianum (milk thistle), a plant native to Europe and Asia, now cultivated globally . The extract is standardized to 80% Silymarin (UV-VIS) and 30% Silybins (HPLC), with additional customizable concentrations (e.g., 20–40% Silymarin, 5–15% Silybins) to meet diverse formulation needs .
Key Specifications:
- Active Ingredient: Silymarin (a flavonolignan complex including Silybin A/B, Isosilybin, Silychristin)
- CAS No.: 65666-07-1
- Appearance: Light-yellow powder (uniform dispersion in formulations)
- Solubility: High water solubility via microencapsulation technology
Why Choose Our Water-Soluble Formula?
1. Enhanced Bioavailability & Stability
Traditional Silymarin has low solubility and bioavailability. Our advanced microencapsulated powder (MTE-mp) uses spray-drying technology with carboxymethylcellulose (NaCMC) or β-cyclodextrin to:
- Increase solubility by 10× compared to raw extracts
- Improve permeation rates for oral and topical applications
- Maintain stability during storage and resist oxidation/degradation
2. Dual-Action Benefits
- Liver Health: Silymarin promotes liver cell regeneration, protects against toxins, and supports treatment of hepatitis/cirrhosis .
- Skin Protection:
- Reduces UV-induced oxidative damage and photoaging
- Inhibits inflammation and enhances DNA repair
- Compatible with dermal formulations (pH 5.3–5.5) for safe use in creams, gels, and emulsions
3. Optimized for Formulations
- Cosmetic & Pharmaceutical Applications:Oral Supplements: Ideal for capsules, tablets, or functional beverages .
- Hydrogels & Emulgels: Achieve uniform distribution of active ingredients without phase separation .
- Lecithin-Enhanced Emulsions: Reduce lipid droplet size for deeper skin penetration .
Technical Highlights
- Microencapsulation Process:
- High encapsulation efficiency (>90%) and reproducible yields .
- Retains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties .
- Quality Assurance:
- Tested via HPLC-DAD, UV-VIS, and TLC for purity .
- Compliant with EU and international standards .
Applications
- Nutraceuticals: Liver detox supplements, antioxidant blends.
- Skincare: Anti-aging creams, sunscreens, and post-inflammatory repair serums.
- Therapeutics: Adjuvant therapy for chemotherapy-induced liver damage .
Market Validation
Widely used in Europe, China, and Korea for over a decade, our formula is trusted by leading pharmaceutical and cosmetic brands .
Keywords: Silymarin, Water-Soluble Milk Thistle Extract, Bioavailability, Skin Protection, Microencapsulation, Liver Health, Hydrogel, Emulgel
References
- Enhanced solubility via β-cyclodextrin/lecithin complexes .
- Microencapsulation ensures stability and permeation .
- Dermocompatible pH and formulation adaptability
