What Is Riboflavin?
Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2 or additive E101, is a nutrient found in milk, eggs, barley, liver, kidney, heart and leafy vegetables. It is also commonly found in yeast. It has a yellow to orange-yellow color and can be used as a colorant in cosmetics and food. When ingested or used topically as a drug or nutritional factor, it may have various health benefits like alleviating carpal-tunnel syndrome symptoms or treating bed sores and inflammation of the tongue. It is easily absorbed by the body and serves as a cofactor for enzymes involved in energy metabolism.
What is the purpose of Riboflavin in personal care products?
It is used for its colorant
and skin conditioning (assorted) characteristics.
Riboflavin provide color or tint and helps restore dry or damaged skin.
Names and identifiers that we found for this substance include: Riboflavin, Lactoflavin, Riboflavin (vitamin B2), and 1-Deoxy-1-(7,8-dimethyl-2,4-dioxo-3,4-dihydrobenzo[g]pteridin-10(2H)-yl)-D-ribitol.
What Are Colorant Ingredients?
Riboflavin has colorant characteristics.
Colorant ingredients are used in cosmetic products to give them a specific color or tint. They can be derived from natural sources such as plants or synthetic sources and come in various forms such as powders, liquids, and pastes. These ingredients are added to change the natural color of the product to a desired shade.
Colorants can be added to various other products, including food. In food products, colorants enhance their appearance and make foods look more appealing. For example, a bright red colorant may be added to strawberry-flavored yogurt to make it look like fresh strawberries.
What Are Skin Conditioning (assorted) Ingredients?
Riboflavin has skin conditioning (assorted) characteristics.
Skin conditioning ingredients are specifically designed to help reduce flakiness and restore suppleness to dry or damaged skin. They work by improving the skin's natural barrier function and helping to retain moisture, which can lead to a more youthful and healthy-looking complexion.
Safety
Remember, always read and follow the instructions provided on product labels carefully. If you have any questions or concerns about using a product containing various ingredients, consult with your doctor or healthcare provider before use.