Carnosine (beta-alanyl-L-histidine) is a dipeptide molecule, made up of the amino acids beta-alanine and histidine. It is highly concentrated in muscle and brain tissues. Carnosine has antioxidant properties and is a natural antioxidant. It is widely used in cosmetics to prevent skin aging and whitening, carnosine can prevent the emergence of free radicals caused by smoking, and this free radical is more harmful to the skin than sunlight. Free radicals are highly active atoms or atomic groups in the human body, which can oxidize other substances in the human body.
Name | Carnosine |
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Other names | Beta-alanyl-L-histidine; β-Alanyl-L-histidine; L-Carnosine |
Cas no. | 305-84-0 |
Chemical formula | C9H14N4O3 |
Molecular weight | 226.24 |
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