Description

Calendula Officinalis Seed Extract is derived from the seeds of the Calendula officinalis plant, commonly known as Calendula or Marigold. This extract is used in cosmetic and skincare products for its emollient and nourishing properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Key Components: The extract contains a range of bioactive compounds including flavonoids, triterpenes, essential fatty acids, and sterols. Notable phytochemicals include calendulin and flavonoids such as quercetin.
Structure: The chemical structure of these compounds contributes to the extract’s moisturizing, nourishing, and protective effects.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically appears as a yellow liquid or powder, depending on the concentration and formulation.
Odor: Has a mild, vegetal fragrance.
Solubility: Soluble in oils and organic solvents, but may be less soluble in water.

Production Process:

Extraction: The seeds are harvested and treated with appropriate solvents to obtain the extract. Common extraction methods include maceration and percolation.
Purification: The extract is purified to concentrate the active components and remove impurities.
Formulation: The purified extract is incorporated into cosmetic and skincare products, such as oils, creams, and serums.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its nourishing and moisturizing properties. Particularly useful in products designed for dry and mature skin.
Skin Care: Incorporated into oils and creams to nourish and soften the skin, improve elasticity, and support skin repair.
Hair Care: May be included in hair products for its moisturizing and nourishing properties, helping to enhance hair health and shine.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The cultivation of calendula seeds is generally considered sustainable. Responsible agricultural practices are recommended to minimize environmental impact.
Safety: Generally regarded as safe for topical application. However, like all botanical extracts, it should be used in accordance with established guidelines to avoid potential allergic reactions or skin irritations. Safety assessments are required for new formulations or high concentrations.

INCI Functions:


Humectant. Hygroscopic compound 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 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: horny, the most superficial, granular, spinous, shiny, and basal. Humectants have the ability to retain the water they attract from the air in the stratum corneum and have the function of moisturising the skin. They are best used before emollients, which are oil-based.
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CAS: 84776-23-8 EC number 283-949-5