Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston (Ma-Kwaen)
Zanthoxy Lumlimonella Alston is an herbaceous plant that is known for its Thai name as “Ma-Kwaen”. It is also regarded as a ‘King of Spices’ in northern part of Thailand as it offers a pleasant odor, mild numbing and spicy sensation similarly to those flavors found in chili or pepper.
Another outstanding characteristic of Zanthoxy Lumlimonella Alston that has been long recognized for is its major bioactive compound, Limonene which exhibits high level of anti-oxidant activity. Nowadays, the plant has been widely utilized as a medicinal material in many parts of the world for different medical purposes, especially for traditional medicine to improve health and well-being.
Inci name:
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Other names:
Makhwaen, Zanthoxylum lindense, Kokwaro, Zanthoxylum martinicense (Lam.) DC, prickly ash
CosIng functions
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Unofficial functions
Anti-aging agent
Anti-oxidant agent
Why Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston?
Due to multiple researches, Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston seems to help boost immune system since it has anti-oxidant agent which supports the function of the body, help preventing and slowing free radical that frequently cause various diseases including, cardiovascular disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes and the ageing process.
Chemical Structure of Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston
“High Source of Antioxidant ”
Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston have been found to have biological activities, for example, mosquito repellent and mosquito larvicidal, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and antitumour properties. The traditional use of Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston also reported to be a sustainable alternative for healthcare. Despite its anti-oxidant activities, Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston also contains other promising properties derived from other compounds which occupy a wide range of therapeutic properties including analgesic, anticonvulsant, anthelmintic, antinociceptive, antiparasitic and antitumor properties which can be used as a powerful drug to treat ailments.
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Antimicrobial
Brightening Skin Effect
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Did you know?
• Anti-Malaria & Antituberculous Acitivities
Numerous studies showed that the crude extract Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston exhibited antimalarial activity against Plasmodium falciparum and antituberculous activity against Mycobacterium tuberculosis H37 Ra.
• Anti-bacteria Activity
Result from a study showed that essential oils from Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston had broad spectrum antibacterial activity to Gram positive and negative bacteria. This is in accordance with other studies that showed broad spectrum antibacterial activity (4-8/8 mg/mL) against bacterial, Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli.
• Anti-oxidant Activity
In a study investigating the antibacterial from the essential oils from Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston reported to a strong presence of antioxidant with IC50 value of 5.66 mg/mL. The result of the antioxidative potential of Z. limonella indicated that crude extracts from stems and essential oil from fruits of Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston exhibited the antioxidant activity related to the regulation of CAT and GSH enzymes in prostate cancer cells.
What to Consider?
Currently, there are no reported side effects with the use of Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston on humans.
What Composition?
• LIMONENE
• SABINENE
• TERPINOLENE
How to Use Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston Extract in Liquid Type
Add to formulas as is to water phase.
APPLICATION: Creams, lotions, Gel and all kinds of skin – care products.
CAUTION: External use only, for manufacturing into cosmetics product.
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Amazing Benefits of Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston
• Treatment for Cancer
The major compound found in the plant are Limonene, Sabinene and Terpinen. Limonene and Sabinene are one of the major compounds that contains high concentration of anti-oxidant agent. Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston has therefore been suggested as an excellent dietary source for cancer prevention, boosting the immune system to counteract the effects of free radicals that damage DNA, leading to cancer. As an antioxidant, Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston can potentially prevent cell damage and reduce the risk of cancer.
• Anti-microbial (Anti-inflammatory, Anti-microbial and Anti-fungal)
Sabinene is also another key ingredient found in Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston and it is the reason behind the hotness and spicy element of the plant. Apart from providing high anti-oxidant agent, Sabinene and another main compound, Terpinen also exhibit potent anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and antifungal properties, increasing the ability to fight bacterial infections. Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston, therefore, has been used as an antiseptic, for the treatment of dermatophytosis and other inflammatory conditions as well as for food preservatives.
• Other Benefits of Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston
The traditional use of Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston also reported to be a sustainable alternative for healthcare. Despite its anti-oxidant activities, Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston also contains other promising properties derived from other compounds which occupy a wide range of therapeutic properties including analgesic, anticonvulsant, anthelmintic, antinociceptive, antiparasitic and antitumor properties which can be used as a powerful drug to treat ailments featuring:
- Stomachache, Toothache and Muscle pain
- Intestinal worms
- Rheumatism
- Scabies
- Snakebites
- Malaria
- Fever
- Cholera
Zanthoxylum Limonella Alston also helps boost immune system since it has anti-oxidant agent which supports the function of the body, help preventing and slowing free radical that frequently cause various diseases including, cardiovascular disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes and the ageing process.
CERTIFICATE
What We Offer ?
Oriental heritage herbalists offer highest quality Pueraria Mirifica from Thailand using the most advances production techniques available, suitable for pharmaceutical and cosmetic composition. To ensure quality, we provide all type of supporting documents as following
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
The utilization of High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) enables us to see the active content in each herb and we can then manage the appropriate quality control to make sure that the raw materials are of the highest quality.
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
This document contains details of the manufacturer, product information and test results of the raw materials to certify that the plant product is high in quality and purity.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
The MSDS contains information on potential hazards and how to properly deal with the chemical products. Along with this it also contains information on the usage, storage, handling, and emergency procedures related to the hazards of this material, ensuring your safety.
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