Description: Mulberry root extract comes from the white Mulberry tree that is native to China, but cultivated in Europe, Japan, Australia and North America. The extract has been used for centuries in Chinese Medicine. Newer discoveries make it very useful in skin care. Extract in a base of water and glycerin, preserved with phenoxyethanol. Colorless to light yellow liquid, characteristic odor. Soluble in water, pH ~5. CAS# 94167-05-2, 7732-18-5, 56-81-5, 122-99-6. INCI Name: Morus alba root extract, glycerin, water. Properties: Has been found to lighten age spots and uneven skin tone. Has been postulated to promote hair growth and have antioxidant and anti-septic properties. Can be combined with other skin lighteners such as skinwhite BLE, licorice extract, kojic acid, skinwhite msh, and alpha-arbutin. Use: Add to formulas as is, typical use level: 1 - 10%. For external use only. Application: Skin lightening products, serums, face creams, anti-aging, masks, makeup.
