Description

Panax Notoginseng Root Powder is derived from the dried roots of the Panax notoginseng plant, which belongs to the Araliaceae family. This powder is used in cosmetics and personal care products for its potential benefits.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Active Ingredients: Contains ginsenosides, flavonoids, saponins, and other bioactive compounds found in the roots.
Composition: The powder is made from finely ground dried roots, preserving the plant's natural compounds.
Structure: The powder has a fine texture and is usually light brown to beige in color.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: A fine, light brown to beige powder.
Odor: Typically has a subtle herbal or earthy scent.
Solubility: Generally insoluble in water but can be dispersed in creams and lotions.
pH: The pH is neutral to slightly acidic, depending on the formulation.

Production Process:

Harvesting: Roots of Panax notoginseng are carefully harvested to ensure high quality.
Drying: The harvested roots are dried to preserve their active ingredients.
Grinding: The dried roots are ground into a fine powder.
Formulation: The powder is incorporated into cosmetic formulations as a beneficial ingredient.

Applications:

Skin Care: Used for its potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and soothing properties. It may help improve skin health and provide a youthful appearance.
Cosmetic Products: Commonly included in face masks, scrubs, and creams for its potential benefits in enhancing skin texture and reducing signs of aging.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: Sustainable harvesting and processing practices are important to maintain the plant's availability.
Safety: Generally considered safe for use in cosmetics. Individuals with allergies to plants from the Araliaceae family or very sensitive skin should be cautious.

INCI:


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: 94279-78-4 EC number 304-823-9