HELLO, everyone! It’s June now, the sweltering summer heat is upon us, and grapes are already in season.

 

On a sweltering summer’s day, there’s nothing quite as cosy as sitting in the air-conditioned comfort of your home, binge-watching your favourite series whilst tucking into some sweet, juicy grapes!

 

The bioactive compound I’d like to share with you today is also related to grapes.

 

That’s right—it’s resveratrol!

Resveratrol is a highly bioactive, non-flavonoid polyphenolic compound with a quinone structure, primarily found in plants such as grapes, Japanese knotweed, peanuts and mulberries.

 

It possesses significant anti-glycation, antioxidant and anti-free radical properties. Furthermore, resveratrol effectively inhibits tyrosinase, making it excellent for skin brightening too!

 

What’s more, on Meili Xingxing, it’s classified as a green, gentle and safe ingredient!

Resveratrol is also widely used in the cosmetics industry, with many well-known brands incorporating it into their products!

 

Our editorial team has compiled a selection of excellent resveratrol-containing products to share with you.

★★★ Wanmei Resveratrol Radiance Series

 

Key ingredients: Resveratrol, carnosine, etc.

 

Main benefits: Dual anti-glycation and anti-oxidation action; improves dullness and yellowing caused by glycation and oxidation; revitalises the skin

 

The Wanbai Resveratrol Radiance Series—comprising a cleansing milk, toner, serum and emulsion—is enriched with active ingredients such as resveratrol and carnosine. It combats glycation, oxidative stress and the early signs of ageing at the source, alleviating the ‘caramelised skin’ associated with premature ageing. It leaves the skin refined and luminous, helping you maintain a youthful complexion at all times and stay confident in the face of ageing!

★★★ TST Resveratrol Diamond Radiance Series

 

Key Ingredients: Resveratrol, di-glucosyl kinetin, tripeptide-32, yeast extract, etc.

 

Key Benefits: Combats early signs of ageing, leaves skin fair, delicate and refined, and strengthens the skin’s texture

 

TST’s Resveratrol Diamond Radiance Series comprises a toner, lotion, serum, eye cream and face cream. Enriched with resveratrol, diglucosyl gallic acid, tripeptide-32 and yeast extract, this range effectively combats oxidation and the early signs of ageing, firming and refining the skin whilst banishing dullness to reveal a radiant complexion.

★★★ MoFa Shijia Aurora Antioxidant Face Mask

 

Key Ingredients: Resveratrol, astaxanthin, Vitamin C, etc.

 

Key Benefits: Antioxidant protection, brightening the complexion

 

MoFa Shijia Aurora Antioxidant Face Mask: Enriched with resveratrol, astaxanthin, vitamin C and other ingredients, this mask delivers synergistic antioxidant protection to defend against free radical damage, brighten and refine the skin, effectively combat oxidative stress, and reveal a radiant, luminous complexion!

★★★ Skinceuticals RBE Overnight Antioxidant Serum

 

Key Ingredients: Resveratrol, Vitamin E, Scutellaria baicalensis extract, etc.

 

Key Benefits: Antioxidant protection, skin repair, firming and reducing fine lines, refining skin texture

 

Skinceuticals RBE Overnight Antioxidant Serum is enriched with active ingredients such as resveratrol, Vitamin E and Scutellaria baicalensis extract, offering excellent antioxidant protection and repairing oxidative damage. It strengthens the skin’s internal defence system, repairs oxidative damage accumulated during the day, and works overnight to enhance skin firmness and radiance, minimising fine lines and leaving the skin supple and glowing~

 

■ Challenges in Formulating with Resveratrol

 

As illustrated in the examples above, resveratrol is widely used in the market!

 

However, there are actually certain challenges involved in incorporating it into formulations. It is essentially insoluble in water and is an oil-soluble substance; when added to formulations, it is highly prone to crystallisation and precipitation. Furthermore, it oxidises and degrades very easily when exposed to light and high temperatures, causing the product to discolour and affecting its appearance.

 

But don’t worry—Nano has a proven solution to the challenges of incorporating resveratrol!

 

■ Nano Resveratrol Liposomes

 

Nano utilises liposome encapsulation technology, using phospholipids as a carrier to encapsulate resveratrol within a phospholipid bilayer, thereby significantly enhancing its stability and ease of formulation.

 

The resveratrol liposomes developed by Nano do not crystallise or precipitate, even when used in aqueous formulations, and are resistant to discolouration!

 

Furthermore, they offer sustained-release properties, facilitating better penetration and absorption, thereby significantly enhancing the bioavailability of the active ingredient.