Description

Prunus Persica resin extract is derived from the peach tree (Prunus persica), which is primarily known for its fruit. The resin, a sticky substance produced by the tree, is harvested and processed to extract beneficial compounds. In cosmetics, peach resin extract is valued for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure

Main Constituents: Contains various bioactive compounds including flavonoids, phenolic acids, and essential oils.
Flavonoids: Known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Phenolic Acids: Provide additional antioxidant benefits and contribute to the extract's overall efficacy.

Physical Properties

Appearance: Typically appears as a viscous, golden-brown or amber-colored liquid.
Odor: Mild, slightly sweet or woody aroma.
Texture: Thick and resinous, with a sticky consistency.

Production Process

Harvesting: Resin is collected from the peach tree, often by making incisions in the bark to allow the resin to ooze out.
Extraction: The raw resin is then processed using solvents or other methods to extract the active compounds.
Filtration: The extract is filtered to remove impurities and obtain a purified extract.

Applications

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products such as creams, balms, and ointments for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Hair Care: Added to hair products to enhance shine and strength due to its conditioning properties.
Pharmaceuticals: Occasionally used in medicinal formulations for its potential therapeutic benefits.

Cosmetic Benefits

Soothing: Helps calm irritated or inflamed skin, making it ideal for sensitive skin types.
Anti-Inflammatory: Reduces redness and swelling, contributing to a more even skin tone.
Antioxidant: Provides protection against oxidative stress, helping to prevent premature aging of the skin.

Safety

This ingredient is generally regarded as safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products when used as directed. Individuals allergic to plants or with very sensitive skin should be cautious.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

Sustainability: Ensure that the resin is harvested in an environmentally responsible manner to avoid damaging the peach trees.
Regulation: Must comply with cosmetic ingredient regulations to ensure safety and efficacy.

INCI:


Skin conditioning agent - Humectant. Humectants are hygroscopic substances used to minimise water loss in the skin and to prevent it from drying out by facilitating faster and greater absorption of water into the stratum corneum of the epidermis. The epidermis is the most superficial of the three layers that make up the human skin (epidermis, dermis and hypodermis) and is the layer that maintains hydration in all three layers. In turn, the epidermis is composed of five layers: corneum, the most superficial, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum and basale. Humectants have the ability to retain in the stratum corneum the water they attract from the air and have the function of moisturising the skin. It is better to use them before emollients that are oil-based.
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CAS: 84012-34-0 EC number 281-678-7