Description

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is a botanical extract derived from the flowers, leaves, and stems of the Pelargonium graveolens plant, commonly known as Geranium. This extract is utilized in cosmetic and personal care products for its aromatic, therapeutic, and skin-conditioning properties. It is known for its ability to balance, soothe, and refresh the skin.

Chemical Composition and Structure:
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract contains a variety of beneficial compounds, including:

Essential Oils: The extract contains volatile oils such as geraniol, citronellol, and linalool, which contribute to its pleasant floral scent and provide antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and soothing effects.
Flavonoids: These compounds offer antioxidant properties, helping to protect the skin from oxidative stress and environmental damage.
Tannins: These compounds provide astringent properties, which can help to tighten and tone the skin.
Phenolic Compounds: Contributing to the extract’s antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory benefits.

These components form complex molecular structures that contribute to the extract’s effectiveness in cosmetic formulations.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a clear to slightly yellow or greenish liquid or a thick, viscous extract.
Odor: Exhibits a fresh, floral, and slightly herbaceous aroma characteristic of geranium.
Solubility: Soluble in oils and alcohol; generally insoluble in water.

Production Process:

Harvesting: The flowers, leaves, and stems of Pelargonium graveolens are collected.
Extraction: The extract is obtained using methods such as steam distillation, solvent extraction, or cold pressing, depending on the desired outcome.
Purification: The extract is purified to remove impurities and concentrate the beneficial compounds, typically through filtration and refining processes.
Formulation: The purified extract is incorporated into various cosmetic and personal care products, such as lotions, creams, and serums.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its aromatic, soothing, and conditioning properties.
Skincare: Beneficial for balancing oily skin, calming irritation, and providing antioxidant protection.
Haircare: Can be included in hair products to enhance scalp health and impart a refreshing fragrance.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The extraction of Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract generally has a low environmental impact. Sustainable harvesting and extraction practices are recommended to minimize environmental effects.
Safety: This ingredient is considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products when used as directed. People allergic to plants of the Geraniaceae family or with very sensitive skin should be cautious.

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Fragrance. It plays a very important role in the formulation of cosmetic products as it provides the possibility of enhancing, masking or adding fragrance to the final product, increasing its marketability. It is able to create a perceptible pleasant odour, masking a bad smell. The consumer always expects to find a pleasant or distinctive scent in a cosmetic product.

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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CAS: 90082-51-2 EC number 290-140-0