Description

Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract is derived from the leaf cells of Mentha piperita (Peppermint) cultivated in a controlled environment. This extract is obtained from cultured leaf cells of the peppermint plant and is used in cosmetic and personal care products for its beneficial properties, including its soothing, refreshing, and antioxidant effects.

Chemical Composition and Structure:
Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract contains various bioactive compounds:

Menthol: Known for its cooling and analgesic properties.
Menthone: Contributes to the characteristic mint aroma with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects.
Menthyl Acetate: Adds a soothing quality and mint fragrance.
1,8-Cineole: Provides antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Rosmarinic Acid: An antioxidant that supports the extract's anti-inflammatory effects.
Flavonoids and Phenolic Compounds: Contribute to the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a clear to light green liquid or gel, depending on the formulation.
Odor: Characteristic of peppermint, with a fresh and mentholated aroma.
Solubility: Soluble in water and various cosmetic formulations.
pH: Generally neutral to slightly acidic, depending on the formulation.

Production Process:

Cell Culture: Leaf cells of Mentha Piperita are cultivated in vitro under controlled laboratory conditions.
Extraction: The cultured cells are processed to extract the bioactive compounds using methods such as mechanical disruption or enzymatic digestion.
Purification: The extract is filtered to remove cellular debris and impurities.
Standardization: The extract may be standardized to ensure consistent levels of key bioactive compounds.
Formulation: The purified and standardized extract is incorporated into various cosmetic and personal care products.

Applications:

Cosmetics and Skincare: Used for its soothing, refreshing, and antioxidant properties in products such as creams, serums, and face masks. It helps to calm and rejuvenate the skin.
Hair Care: Included in shampoos and conditioners for its invigorating properties and fresh minty aroma.
Anti-Aging Products: Utilized for its antioxidant properties to protect the skin from oxidative stress and signs of aging.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The use of cultured leaf cells is a sustainable practice that reduces environmental impact compared to traditional cultivation methods.
Safety: Generally considered safe for use in cosmetics. As with all plant-derived ingredients, individual reactions such as intolerance or allergy cannot be excluded.

INCI:


Antioxidant agent. Ingredient that counteracts oxidative stress and prevents cell damage. Free radicals, pathological inflammatory processes, reactive nitrogen species and reactive oxygen species are responsible for the ageing process and many diseases caused by oxidation.

Skin protectant. It creates a protective barrier on the skin to defend it from harmful substances, irritants, allergens, pathogens that can cause various inflammatory conditions. These products can also improve the natural skin barrier and in most cases more than one is needed to achieve an effective result.
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CAS: 84082-70-2 EC number 282-015-4