Shikonin Powder

1. What is Shikonin?

Shikonin powder is an effective component extracted from the root of shikonin,. Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, purple flake crystal or crystalline powder, used as food colorant. Shikonin is considered to be the little miracle worker of nature because it contains compounds such as allantoin, rosmarinic acid and tannin. Together, these substances contribute to cell regeneration, including skin regeneration.

For centuries, Arnebia preparation has been the main content of herbal medicine in Russia, Europe and North America. The leaves and stems are used to infuse cream in lotion or beeswax in ointments. In addition, stems and leaves will be soaked with other tea mixtures or put into warm bath water to relax the body. So shikonin can be used to relieve pain and skin, and is considered as a natural beautifying agent.

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2. Product Display

3. Shikonin benefits 

1. Shikonin powder can strongly inhibit the biosynthesis of leukotriene B4 and 5-hydroxyeicosapentaenoic acid, and play an anti-inflammatory role.

2. Shikonin has a strong inhibitory effect on Candida albicans.

3. Shikonin extract can inhibit the proliferation of tumor cells and regulate immune function.

4. Gromwell root extract can induce apoptosis of many tumor cells.

5. Gromwell extract has obvious inhibitory effect on Escherichia coli, typhoid bacillus, dysentery bacillus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus.

6. Shikonin 30% powder can be used locally to treat wounds, inflammation and common skin problems.

7. Shikonin bulk has the healing properties of mild and restorative effects on sensitive skin, anti-inflammatory and soothing effects on acne prone skin, protective effects on young skin, and anti-aging effects on mature skin.

8. Shikonin extract has a strong antioxidant effect, increases oxidation and free radicals, protects and reverses the damage that often occurs on the skin surface.

4. Application

(1). Pharmaceutical field
As an active ingredient, Shikonin has multiple pharmacological activities and therefore has a wide range of potential applications in the pharmaceutical field:

• Anti-inflammatory effect: Shikonin exhibits significant anti-inflammatory activity and can be used to treat inflammation-related diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.
• Antibacterial effect: Studies have shown that Shikonin has antibacterial activity against a variety of bacteria and fungi, and may be used as an alternative or supplement to antibiotics.
• Anti-tumor effect: Shikonin and its derivatives have shown the potential to inhibit tumor cell growth and induce tumor cell apoptosis, and are therefore being studied as a new approach to tumor treatment.

(2). Cosmetics and skin care products
Shikonin has a variety of applications in cosmetics and skin care products due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties:

• Antioxidants: can help reduce free radical damage and protect the skin from environmental damage.
• Anti-inflammatory agents: fight skin inflammation and sensitivity, and help soothe and repair the skin.
• Whitening and even skin tone: Some studies have shown that Shikonin can inhibit the production of melanin and may be used to whiten and improve uneven skin tone.

(3). Food Additives
Although less widely used, shikonin has been explored for its potential as a food additive:

• Antioxidant: It can enhance the stability and freshness of foods.
• Nutritional Supplement: It may provide its health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, through food additives.

(4). Dyes
Shikonin can also be used as a natural dye:

• Textile dyeing: Its bright red color is used to dye textiles.
• Cosmetic dyeing: It is used in cosmetics to provide natural color, such as lipstick or nail polish.

5. Company Profile

Xi'an ZB Biotech Co., Ltd is a modern enterprise specializing in the modernization, industrialization, research, development, production and sales of active components of Chinese herbal medicine plants. It is a scientific and technological export-oriented modern enterprise. It mainly produces a series of traditional Chinese medicine extracts with Chinese herbal medicine as raw materials. The company has many departments such as market, R & D and production. The R & D center of the company has a technical team specializing in research and development, as well as a number of advanced testing, experiment and pilot test equipment. It has established a good technical support relationship with a number of scientific research institutions and universities at home and abroad and has strong technical force. The production workshop of the company has several plant extraction production lines with complete product specifications and stable quality.

6. Our Factory

Xi'an ZB Biotech Co.,LTD is a manufacturer specialized in extracting active ingredients from natural plants, committed to extracting pure and efficient active ingredients from abundant natural plants, providing high-quality raw materials for industries such as medicine, health products, cosmetics, and food. We have advanced production equipment and a technical team, committed to providing customers with high-quality plant extract products. By adopting advanced supercritical fluid extraction technology, ultrasonic extraction technology, microwave extraction technology, etc., the extraction process is ensured to be efficient and pure, while retaining the activity and stability of plant active ingredients. We strictly follow GMP standards and have established a comprehensive quality management system. All production processes are strictly monitored to ensure stable and reliable product quality. We adhere to the business philosophy of "honest cooperation and quality first", and are committed to providing customized plant extraction solutions to meet the needs of customers in different fields.

7.  Our Certificate

Our factory has complete product certificates, and our products meet national standards to ensure product quality. We can provide proof of raw material procurement, including information on the source, procurement channels, quality inspection reports, ISO 9001 quality management system certification, HACCP certification (hazard analysis and critical control point certification), etc., to ensure that our products meet food safety standards.

8. Packaging:

Shikonin Powder Supplier:

Gromwell Root Extract General packaging：

1) 1kg/bag (1kg net weight, 1.1kg gross weight, packed in an aluminum foil bag)

2) 5kg/carton(1kg net weight, 1.1kg gross weight, packed in five aluminum foil bag)

3) 25kg/drum (25kg net weight, 28kg gross weight;)

Note: We can supply Shikonin capsules or Shikonin supplements. Our factory also can supply OEM/ODM One-stop service, we have professional team to help you design packaging and labels, we can meet various customization needs of customers. If you want to learn more, you can send e-mail to Jessica@xazbbio.com or WhatsAPP.

9. Logistics:

We have various logistics methods such as sea freight, air freight, and express delivery, and we have cooperative logistics providers. The factory directly ships the goods, with fast delivery speed, cheap shipping costs, short time consumption, and good packaging quality.

10. FAQ

11. Why choose us?

• We use only the best ingredients in our herbal products to ensure the highest quality.
• We keep up with the world's leading edge of science and technology and strengthen independent innovation and strive for improvement.
• Our extensive expertise in the herbal products industry allows us to offer exceptional products and services.
• The company has passed a number of quality management system certification, has a good credit rating, with a complete quality management system, advanced manufacturing technology, fine processing technology, to ensure excellent product quality. We adhere to the quality policy of quality first and have gained the extensive trust of our users. We sincerely hope to provide reliable products and services for your company.
• We are a Chinese factory specializing in high-quality herbal products and professional services.
• Since its establishment, our company has always adhered to the management concept of 'providing practical high-quality products for customers and users', actively improved and innovated, and consistently selected high-quality raw materials, and continuously improved the product technology.
• Our commitment to customer satisfaction is unmatched in the industry.
• Adhering to the enterprise spirit of "learning to innovate and pursuing excellence", Shikonin Powder puts forward a comprehensive implementation of branding, differentiation, scale and international development strategy, with scientific and modern corporate management, excellent product quality, and high-quality customer service to achieve a wide range of Market influence and sustainable development momentum.
• Our herbal products are tested rigorously to ensure their purity, potency, and effectiveness.
• We believe that the development of enterprises should be people-oriented, to achieve the progress and growth of employees and enterprises together.