Lawsone (2-Hydroxy-1,4-Naphthoquinone)
Lawsone, also known as hennotannic acid, is a red-orange dye present in the leaves of the henna plant as well as in the flower of water hyacinth. Humans have used henna extracts containing lawsone as hair and skin dyes for more than 5000 years.
In cosmetics, Lawsone (2-hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone) is the principal colouring ingredient in henna, a colour additive used in cosmetics as a hair-dye and for body art.
Product Details
| Category |
Cosmetic Raw Materials |
|---|---|
| Price | POA |
| CAS Number | 83-72-7 |
| Formula | C10H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 174.15 |
| Purity | 97% |
| Appearance | Faint yellow to dark orange powder |
| Availability | In Stock |
| Storage Conditions | Room temperature |
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