| abstract |
The present invention relates to an antioxidant and whitening composition containing thyme oil as an active ingredient, wherein the high-altitude thyme oil of the present invention inhibits ROS production, DPPH radical scavenging activity, polyphenol content enhancement, tyrosinase inhibitory activity and melanin pigment Since the production inhibitory effect has a remarkable effect compared to rape thyme oil, the composition containing the thyme oil of the present invention as an active ingredient can be usefully used as an antioxidant and whitening cosmetics, health functional food, or a treatment for melanin hyperpigmentation diseases. . |