Description

Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract is a fat obtained from the seeds of the Shorea stenoptera tree, commonly known as illipe, belonging to the Dipterocarpaceae family. This extract is valued for its beneficial properties, making it popular in various applications, particularly in the fields of cosmetics, personal care, and food.

Chemical Composition and Structure

The chemical composition of Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract includes a variety of fatty acids such as stearic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, and linoleic acid. These fatty acids are long-chain carboxylic acids that contribute to the extract's solid consistency and nourishing properties.

Physical Properties

Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract typically appears as a solid fat at room temperature, with a creamy to off-white color and a mild, neutral scent. It has a high melting point, which makes it ideal for use in solid and semi-solid formulations.

Production Process

The production of Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract involves several steps:

Harvesting and Selection: the seeds of the Shorea stenoptera tree are harvested and selected for quality
Cleaning: the harvested seeds are thoroughly cleaned to remove dirt and contaminants
Drying: the cleaned seeds are dried to reduce moisture content
Extraction: the dried seeds are subjected to a mechanical pressing or solvent extraction process to obtain the fat
Filtration: the extracted fat is filtered to remove any remaining solid residues and impurities
Refining (optional): the fat may be refined to improve its purity and quality
Packaging: the final product is packaged under controlled conditions to ensure stability and purity.

Applications

Medicine: Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract is known for its emollient and moisturizing properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat various skin conditions and to promote wound healing

Cosmetics: in the cosmetics industry, Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract is valued for its nourishing, moisturizing, and anti-aging properties. It is commonly included in formulations of creams, lotions, lip balms, and hair conditioners

Food: Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract is sometimes used in the food industry as a cocoa butter substitute due to its similar melting properties and texture

Personal Care: beyond medical and cosmetic applications, Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract can also be used in personal care products such as soaps, body butters, and massage bars for its hydrating and protective properties

Environmental and Safety Considerations

Environmental Impact: the production of Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract generally has a moderate environmental impact. Sustainable harvesting practices and responsible sourcing are crucial to minimize deforestation and habitat loss

Safety: Shorea Stenoptera Seed Extract is considered safe for topical use in the concentrations typically employed in consumer products. However, it is essential to ensure that the extract is free from contaminants and pathogens. Allergic reactions are rare but cannot be excluded

INCI


Skin conditioning agent - Emollient. Emollients have the characteristic of enhancing the skin barrier through a source of exogenous lipids that adhere to the skin, improving barrier properties by filling gaps in intercorneocyte clusters to improve hydration while protecting against inflammation. In practice, they have the ability to create a barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss. Emollients are described as degreasing or refreshing additives that improve the lipid content of the upper layers of the skin by preventing degreasing and drying of the skin. The problem with emollients is that many have a strong lipophilic character and are identified as occlusive ingredients; they are oily and fatty materials that remain on the skin surface and reduce transepidermal water loss. In cosmetics, emollients and moisturisers are often considered synonymous with humectants and occlusives.

Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.
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