Description

Daucus Carota Sativa Juice is a liquid extract obtained from the root of the Daucus carota (carrot) plant. This juice is used in cosmetics and personal care products for its hydrating, nourishing, and revitalizing properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Daucus Carota Sativa Juice contains:

Vitamins: Such as Vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), Vitamin C, and Vitamin K, which provide antioxidant benefits and support skin health.
Carotenoids: Including beta-carotene, which offers antioxidant protection and enhances skin appearance.
Minerals: Such as potassium and calcium, which contribute to skin hydration and overall health.
Natural Sugars: Which provide moisturizing effects and improve skin softness.
The juice is rich in dissolved nutrients and bioactive compounds from the carrot root.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a clear to slightly orange liquid.
Odor: Mild and slightly sweet, characteristic of carrot.
Texture: Liquid, smooth, and easily absorbed by the skin.
Production Process:

The production of Daucus Carota Sativa Juice involves:

Harvesting: Collecting mature carrot roots.
Juicing: Extracting the liquid from the roots through mechanical pressing or juicing methods.
Filtration: Removing any pulp or solids to obtain a clear juice.
Formulation: Incorporating the juice into cosmetic and personal care formulations.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in facial toners, moisturizers, and serums for its hydrating and revitalizing properties. Helps to refresh and nourish the skin.
Personal Care Products: Added to lotions and cleansers to enhance skin hydration and nutrition.
Hair Care: Included in shampoos and conditioners for its conditioning effects on the scalp.
Medical: May be used in therapeutic products for its potential hydrating and revitalizing benefits.
Food: Can be used as a natural flavoring or ingredient in food products, though its use is less common in food applications.
Widely used as a drink.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Daucus Carota Sativa Juice is generally considered safe for topical use. However, like all extracts, it should be used according to established guidelines to avoid potential allergic reactions or skin irritations. Individuals with allergies or very sensitive skin should exercise caution. It is important to ensure that the juice is sustainably sourced and free from harmful chemicals.

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: 84929-61-3 EC number 284-545-1