The human integumentary system is the body’s largest organ, protecting its interior to an abundance of environmental hazards, from physical to chemical. To ensure the skin remains healthy, it is vitally important to carefully control the ingredients contained within healthcare products. USP ingredients answer this call. 

A scientific nonprofit organization known as the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) was founded in 1820 to set the standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicine, food ingredients, and dietary supplements manufactured, distributed and consumed worldwide. While only prescription medications are mandated to meet or exceed USP standards, many manufacturers ensure as many products as possible in their inventories are USP-grade - the highest quality possible.

USP standards are more than a designation, though. It verifies the purest quality formulation of any ingredient to ensure fewer adverse skin reactions and greater efficacy of active ingredients.

With more than 100 USP ingredients in inventory, Bell Chem can deliver the personal care product chemicals required for your manufacture of the highest quality skin care. Below are a sampling of our most popular USP-certified skin care products.

Ascorbic acid

As an antioxidant, ascorbic acid has been proven to relieve dry skin, strengthen skin to clear fine wrinkles, and allay damage caused by the ultraviolet rays of the sun. The integumentary system contains a natural chemical called ascorbate. When exposed to ultraviolet rays, this chemical breaks down quickly. Ascorbic acid replenishes the supply, aiding in the skin’s healthy glow.

Vitamins

Vitamins A, the B vitamins, C, D, E, K…all “lettered” vitamins generally carry a USP regulatory seal of approval although dietary supplements are voluntarily rated. 

• In the skin, the B complex vitamins hydrate, produce collagen - a structural protein responsible for cell structure - and rejuvenate damaged cells. 

• Vitamin C also promotes collagen growth and renews existing collagen, which improves skin structure.

• Vitamin D is responsible for proper cell maintenance, aiding in cell division, growth, and apoptosis. All 3 of these factors are related to psoriasis, and the impact of vitamin D on inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis has been studied in depth and reported as effective. 

• Vitamins E and K are both anti-inflammatory, and vitamin K has been used to stimulate wound healing. In fact, the “K” in vitamin K is for the German work koagulation.

Salicylic acid

Anyone prone to acne is familiar with salicylic acid and its negative effect on this troublesome skin condition. Salicylic acid also counters dandruff, exfoliates skin, conditions hair, and conditions the skin’s keratin. This acid is also key in the removal of warts, calluses, and corns. 

Bell Chem is a personal care products chemical company based in Longwood, FL (just north of Orlando) with hundreds of products stocked in their 50,000+ square-foot warehouse, including a wide range of USP ingredients. You can expect the highest quality products, expedited shipping options for maximum efficiency, and unrivaled personalized customer service. Let our knowledgeable and friendly customer service representatives and accounting staff personalize all your needs by either calling 407-339-BELL (2355) or by sending us an online message.