Description

Calendula Officinalis Extract is derived from the Calendula officinalis plant, commonly known as Calendula or Marigold. It is used in cosmetic and skincare products for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and skin-rejuvenating properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Key Components: This extract contains a variety of bioactive compounds including flavonoids, triterpenes, carotenoids, and polysaccharides. Significant phytochemicals include calendulin, quercetin, and other flavonoids that contribute to its therapeutic properties.
Structure: The chemical structure of these compounds provides the extract with its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-conditioning effects.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically appears as a yellow to orange liquid or powder, depending on the concentration and the formulation.
Odor: Has a mild, pleasant floral fragrance.
Solubility: Soluble in water and various organic solvents, allowing it to be incorporated into diverse cosmetic formulations.

Production Process:

Extraction: The plant's flowers are harvested and then processed using solvents, which may be aqueous or organic, to obtain the extract. Common extraction methods include maceration, percolation, and sometimes supercritical fluid extraction.
Purification: The extract is then purified to concentrate the active ingredients and remove impurities.
Formulation: The purified extract is incorporated into cosmetic and skincare products such as creams, lotions, and serums.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in a wide array of skincare products for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties. It is effective in formulations for sensitive, irritated, or inflamed skin.
Skin Care: Incorporated into products designed to soothe and repair the skin, enhance hydration, and promote healing.
Hair Care: Included in shampoos and conditioners for its potential benefits in calming the scalp and maintaining scalp health.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: Generally, the cultivation and extraction of calendula are considered sustainable. Responsible farming practices are recommended to ensure minimal environmental impact.
Safety: Generally regarded as safe for topical use. However, like all botanical extracts, it should be used following established guidelines to prevent potential allergic reactions or skin irritations. Safety evaluations should be conducted for new formulations or higher concentrations.

INCI Functions:


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: 84776-23-8 EC number 283-949-5