Phloretin is a powerful antioxidant with a broad range of benefits such as anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, accelerates cell renewal, pigment inhibitor, and enhances product penetration. It has also found to be effective in protecting human skin from the effects of photo-aging when applied topically. Photo-aging refers to the aging of the skin by UV rays as a result of repeated exposure to the sun over many years. In addition, Phloretin inhibits nearly 80 % of the eslastin destroying enzyme, elastase, which cause wrinkles and sagging skin. It may also have antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral uses. Uses lotions, skin care, cosmetics, and sunscreens.