HIGUCHI INC. List of Products and Services

This is an oil extract made from ginger roots sourced from Madagascar, extracted with triheptanoin. LUMILYS suppresses lipofuscin and melanin, the root causes of age-related spots, through both traditional and new mechanisms of action. Old mechanism: It suppresses the production of lipofuscin and melanin through antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. New mechanism: By inhibiting growth factor SCF and nerve factor RGMB, it directly acts on melanocytes to fundamentally control melanin production. *RGMB is a factor secreted from nerves when they interact with melanocytes (LUMILYS acts on the nerves). Active ingredients: • Gingerol: >32%/dry weight *A component that possesses whitening effects, longevity effects, stress resistance, antioxidant effects, and calming effects (6-gingerol: >20%, 8-gingerol: >4%, 10-gingerol: >4%) Efficacy: Antioxidant: EC50: 0.25% IL8: -46% Reactive oxygen species: -46.5% Growth factor SCF: -27% Nerve factor RGMB: -12% Lipofuscin accumulation: -26% Melanin production: -46% Currently conducting In Vivo studies.

This product is a delicate zone care ingredient made from soapberry fruit and fermented aloe vera. Soapberry is rich in saponins, which destroy the cell walls of Candida and have a sterilizing effect. The fermentation of aloe vera enhances its powerful soothing components. Effectiveness: - Inhibition of Candida - Promotion of Lactobacillus - Suppression of IL-8 production - Immediate moisturizing effect (15 minutes): +33%

This product can be used as a feel-enhancing agent, an adsorbent, and a thickening agent. It achieves a low bacterial count through heat treatment. It is also gaining attention as an alternative to microplastics. ISO 16128 Ino = 1 COSMOS certification obtained Particle size: 14μm (peak) (max. 1.0% > 45μm) It has a sharp particle size distribution. For organic certified products, please inquire separately.

Jover Scientech was established in 1991 in Terrassa, Spain, and is a company that operates primarily in the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals industries. The company utilizes over 30 years of extensive experience and advanced product development technology to develop a variety of additives, including naturally derived emollients, multifunctional preservatives, antioxidants, and thickening agents that serve as alternatives to carbomers. Vercatech Penty C is a 100% plant-derived pentylene glycol sourced from corn cobs and sugarcane bagasse. It has been confirmed to have antibacterial effects against bacteria (both gram-positive and gram-negative) and fungi (yeasts and molds), regardless of pH. COSMOS

It is said that 20 kilograms of CO2 are needed to produce 1 kilogram of coffee. However, only 1% of the coffee beans are used in production, while 99% is discarded. Cafe Bueno has achieved zero waste by using this residue as a cosmetic ingredient. KAFFEOIL is an oil product that utilizes the aroma and color of coffee. If you are concerned about the scent and color, refined products are recommended. Effectiveness: Nrf2 production: 7 times Repair effect: repairs in 48 hours Hair shine, protection (brushing): equivalent to argan oil.

It is said that 20 kilograms of CO2 are needed to produce 1 kilogram of coffee. However, only 1% of the beans are used in coffee production, while 99% is discarded. Cafe Bueno has achieved zero waste by using this residue as a cosmetic ingredient. KAFFEAGE is a powdered extract product that has turned water-soluble active ingredients into powder. Efficacy: UV Protection: Confirmed absorption in the UV range, suppressing the production of weekend glycation substances due to UV. Wrinkle suppression effect. Moisturizing effect: +16.37%

It is said that 20 kilograms of CO2 are needed to produce 1 kilogram of coffee. However, only 1% of the coffee beans are used in production, while 99% is discarded. Cafe Bueno has achieved zero waste by using this residue as a cosmetic ingredient. KLEANSTANT is a natural anionic surfactant that contains potassium salts of palmitic acid and linoleic acid, polyphenols, tocopherols, and diterpene esters. It has cleansing, emulsifying, foaming, antioxidant, and moisturizing effects.

It is said that 20 kilograms of CO2 are needed to produce 1 kilogram of coffee. However, only 1% of the coffee beans are used in production, while 99% is discarded. Cafe Bueno has achieved zero waste by using this residue as a cosmetic ingredient. KAFFIBRE is a natural scrub expected to be a substitute for microplastics. It features a particle size of less than 150μm, making it easy to incorporate into formulations.