Description

Acer Saccharum Sap Extract is derived from the sap of the sugar maple tree (Acer saccharum). It is known for its hydrating and nourishing properties and is used in cosmetics to enhance skin quality.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

The extract contains a range of biologically active compounds, including:

Sugars: The primary sugar present is sucrose, which provides moisturizing and nourishing benefits.
Polyphenols: Flavonoids and phenolic acids, which have antioxidant and protective properties.
Minerals: Such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium, which support skin function.
Vitamins: Including Vitamin C and B, which contribute to skin health and collagen production.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a clear or slightly amber liquid.
Odor: Light and natural, with a sweet and fresh aroma.
pH: Usually between 4.5 and 5.5, making it suitable for use on the skin.
Solubility: Soluble in water and easily incorporated into cosmetic formulations.

Production Process:

Harvesting: The sap from the sugar maple tree is collected during the sap flow season.
Filtration: The raw sap is filtered to remove impurities and suspended solids.
Concentration: The sap may be concentrated to increase the density of active ingredients.
Processing: It may be processed to preserve freshness and beneficial properties.
Packaging: The concentrated extract is packaged under sterile conditions to maintain its quality.

Applications:

Medical: Rarely used in medical applications, but may have potential benefits as a tonic and antioxidant.
Cosmetics: Widely used in skin care products such as creams, lotions, and serums due to its moisturizing and antioxidant properties. Known to improve skin elasticity and provide a refreshing effect.
Food: Primarily used as a natural sweetener and flavoring in some food products.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Generally safe for cosmetic and food use. It is important to ensure that the harvesting and production processes are sustainable to minimize environmental impact and conserve natural resources.

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.

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: 91770-22-8 EC number 294-807-7