Carob Bean Extract

[ Latin Name ] Ceratonia siliqua L.
[ Part of plant used ] Seed
[ Appearance ] Brown to brown yellow fine powder
[ Specification ] 10:1
About Carob Bean Extract
Carob Bean Extract has a long history of use for both food and medicine. Medicinally, it is used to treat diarrhea, obesity,vomiting, and high cholesterol.
Carob Bean Extract is a wonderful substitute for Cocoa, because it contains fewer calories, is naturally sweet and, unlike Cocoa or sweet chocolate, is caffeine-free and non addictive.  In addition, it is usually cheaper.  Also unlike Cocoa and chocolate, Carob does not interfere with the body's assimilation of calcium.  Carob Beans may be roasted and ground for use as a coffee substitute, and Carob is a versatile additive used to flavor jams, liqueurs, juices, cigarettes and other food products. 
Carob Bean Extract can promote the activity of protein lyase, strengthen the hydration ability of the skin, and keep the skin wet. It can enhance the skin metabolism with anti-aging effect. Source: （Cosmetics plant raw materials collection.）
Carob Bean Extract is suitable for 8 types of skin: firmer, dry, sensitive, oily, tolerant, non-pigmented, wrinkled and pigmented.