Healthcare
Hydroxytyrosol is a new active ingredient in the cosmetic industry. Extracted from olives, this free-radical scavenger protects the skin against UV radiation. WACKER has launched a nature-identical form of hydroxytyrosol for hair and skin care – HTEssence® – which is far purer and much more reliable than the natural substance.
Healthcare
Hydroxytyrosol is a new active ingredient in the cosmetic industry. Extracted from olives, this free-radical scavenger protects the skin against UV radiation. WACKER has launched a nature-identical form of hydroxytyrosol for hair and skin care – HTEssence® – which is far purer and much more reliable than the natural substance.
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