Description

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract is derived from the seeds of the Jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinensis). It is known for its beneficial properties in skincare and cosmetic formulations, providing nourishment and hydration.

Chemical Composition and Structure

Active Compounds: Contains essential fatty acids, proteins, and vitamins, including Vitamin E.
Structure: Appears as a liquid or powder, depending on the extraction and processing method.

Physical Properties

Appearance: Can be a clear or slightly yellow liquid, or a light brown powder.
Odor: Mild, nutty or neutral scent.
Solubility: Soluble in oil-based formulations; may be less soluble in water.
Texture: Liquid or powder, depending on the form.

Production Process

Harvesting: Seeds of the Jojoba plant are collected.
Extraction: The seeds are processed to extract the oil, leaving behind the seedcake and other residues.
Processing: The seedcake or residues are further processed to extract the beneficial compounds.
Formulation: The extract is then formulated into the desired product form, such as a liquid or powder.
Packaging: Packaged in a controlled environment to preserve quality and prevent contamination.

Applications

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its moisturizing and conditioning effects.
Personal Care: Incorporated into hair care products to improve softness and manageability.
Pharmaceuticals: May be used in topical treatments for its nourishing properties.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

Biodegradability: Generally biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
Toxicity: Considered safe for topical use when formulated properly. Should be used in recommended concentrations to avoid potential allergic reactions or skin irritations.
Sustainability: Produced from renewable Jojoba plants, making it a sustainable ingredient choice.

INCI Functions:


Abrasive agent. It contains abrasive particles to remove stains or biofilm that accumulate on the stratum corneum or teeth. Baking soda, kieselguhr, silica and many others have abrasive properties. Peeling or exfoliating products used in dermatology or cosmetic applications contain abrasive agents in the form of synthetic microspheres, however, these microspheres, or abrasive particles may not be biodegradable and create pollution in aquatic ecosystems.

Skin conditioning agent - Emollient. Emollients have the characteristic of enhancing the skin barrier through a source of exogenous lipids that adhere to the skin, improving barrier properties by filling gaps in intercorneocyte clusters to improve hydration while protecting against inflammation. In practice, they have the ability to create a barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss. Emollients are described as degreasing or refreshing additives that improve the lipid content of the upper layers of the skin by preventing degreasing and drying of the skin. The problem with emollients is that many have a strong lipophilic character and are identified as occlusive ingredients; they are oily and fatty materials that remain on the skin surface and reduce transepidermal water loss. In cosmetics, emollients and moisturisers are often considered synonymous with humectants and occlusives.

Hair conditioning agent. A significant number of ingredients with specific and targeted purposes may co-exist in hair shampoo formulations: cleansers, conditioners, thickeners, matting agents, sequestering agents, fragrances, preservatives, special additives. However, the indispensable ingredients are the cleansers and conditioners as they are necessary and sufficient for hair cleansing and manageability. The others act as commercial and non-essential auxiliaries such as: appearance, fragrance, colouring, etc. Hair conditioning agents have the task of increasing shine, manageability and volume, and reducing static electricity, especially after treatments such as colouring, ironing, waving, drying and brushing. They are, in practice, dispersants that may contain cationic surfactants, thickeners, emollients, polymers. The typology of hair conditioning agents includes: intensive conditioners, instant conditioners, thickening conditioners, drying conditioners. They can perform their task generally accompanied by other different ingredients.

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: 90045-98-0 EC number 289-964-3