Premium Water-Soluble Milk Thistle Extract (80% Silymarin) for Enhanced Bioavailability & Skin Health
Discover our advanced water-soluble Milk Thistle Extract (Silymarin 80%), optimized for superior bioavailability and skin protection. Ideal for nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and therapeutic formulations.
Product Specifications & Overview
General Information
Product NameMilk Thistle Extract
Latin NameSilybum Mariaceum (L.) Gaertn
Plant Part UsedSeed
CAS No22888-70-6
GMO StatusGMO Free
Technical Data
AssaySilymarin ≥ 80.0% by UV; Silymarin ≥ 50.0% by HPLC
ColourYellowish brown powder with characteristic odor and taste
PackingIn 25kgs fiber drums
StorageKeep container unopened in cool, dry place, keep away from strong light
Shelf Life24 months from date of production
Our Water-Soluble Milk Thistle Extract is derived from the seeds of Silybum marianum (milk thistle), a plant native to Europe and Asia, now cultivated globally. The extract is standardized to 80% Silymarin (UV-VIS) and 30% Silybins (HPLC), with additional customizable concentrations (e.g., 20–40% Silymarin, 5–15% Silybins) to meet diverse formulation needs.
Key Specifications:
Active Ingredient: Silymarin (a flavonolignan complex including Silybin A/B, Isosilybin, Silychristin)
CAS No.: 65666-07-1
Appearance: Light-yellow powder (uniform dispersion in formulations)
Solubility: High water solubility via microencapsulation technology
Why Choose Our Water-Soluble Formula?
1. Enhanced Bioavailability & Stability
Traditional Silymarin has low solubility and bioavailability. Our advanced microencapsulated powder (MTE-mp) uses spray-drying technology with carboxymethylcellulose (NaCMC) or β-cyclodextrin to:
Increase solubility by 10× compared to raw extracts
Improve permeation rates for oral and topical applications
Maintain stability during storage and resist oxidation/degradation
2. Dual-Action Benefits
Liver Health: Silymarin promotes liver cell regeneration, protects against toxins, and supports treatment of hepatitis/cirrhosis.
Skin Protection:
Reduces UV-induced oxidative damage and photoaging
Inhibits inflammation and enhances DNA repair
Compatible with dermal formulations (pH 5.3–5.5) for safe use in creams, gels, and emulsions
3. Optimized for Formulations (Cosmetic & Pharmaceutical Applications)
Oral Supplements: Ideal for capsules, tablets, or functional beverages.
Hydrogels & Emulgels: Achieve uniform distribution of active ingredients without phase separation.
Lecithin-Enhanced Emulsions: Reduce lipid droplet size for deeper skin penetration.
Technical Highlights
Microencapsulation Process:
High encapsulation efficiency (>90%) and reproducible yields.
Retains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
What is the standard active ingredient content in this Water-Soluble Milk Thistle Extract?
Our extract is standardized to 80% Silymarin (UV-VIS) and 30% Silybins (HPLC). We also offer customizable concentrations (ranging from 20-40% Silymarin and 5-15% Silybins) to meet specific formulation requirements.
How does the water-soluble formula differ from traditional Silymarin?
Traditional Silymarin suffers from poor solubility and low bioavailability. Our formulation utilizes advanced microencapsulation technology (using spray-drying with NaCMC or β-cyclodextrin) to increase solubility by up to 10 times compared to raw extracts, significantly improving absorption.
What are the primary skin care benefits of Milk Thistle Extract?
It offers excellent dermal protection by reducing UV-induced oxidative damage and photoaging. Additionally, it helps suppress inflammatory responses, supports DNA repair, and fits seamlessly into cosmetic formulations with a compatible pH of 5.3 to 5.5.
In what products can this Water-Soluble Milk Thistle Extract be formulated?
This ingredient is highly versatile and optimized for oral supplements (tablets, capsules, functional beverages), cosmetic applications (hydrogels, emulgels, creams), and therapeutic solutions (adjuvant therapies for liver health).
How do you ensure the quality of this extract?
We maintain strict quality control through advanced testing methods including HPLC-DAD, UV-VIS, and TLC. All our manufacturing and testing processes comply fully with EU and international quality standards.
