Description

Prunus Mume Fruit Water is a hydrosol derived from the fruit of the Prunus mume tree, also known as the Japanese apricot or ume. It is commonly used in cosmetics and skincare products for its potential skin conditioning and soothing properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Key Components: This fruit water contains a range of soluble compounds from the Prunus mume fruit, including organic acids, flavonoids, and polysaccharides. The composition may vary based on the extraction method.
Structure: Prunus mume fruit water typically appears as a clear or slightly cloudy liquid. It is produced by steam distillation or hydrolysis of the fruit, which extracts the water-soluble components.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Usually a clear to slightly cloudy liquid.
Solubility: Fully soluble in water and easily incorporated into various cosmetic formulations, including lotions, toners, and serums.

Production Process:

Harvesting: Ripe Prunus mume fruits are collected.
Extraction: The fruits are subjected to steam distillation or hydrolysis to obtain the water-soluble components. This process extracts the essential elements while maintaining the natural properties of the fruit.
Filtration: The resulting liquid is filtered to remove any insoluble residues and impurities.
Formulation: The filtered fruit water can be used directly in cosmetic formulations or incorporated into other products.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in facial mists, toners, and moisturizers for its hydrating and soothing properties. It helps to refresh and condition the skin.
Personal Care: Incorporated into products aimed at providing gentle skin care and improving overall skin appearance.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The production of Prunus mume fruit water should follow sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact and preserve natural resources.
Safety: Generally regarded as safe for topical application. However, like all extracts, it should be used according to established guidelines to avoid potential allergic reactions or skin irritations. Individuals with allergies or sensitive skin should use with caution.

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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