Description

Coriandrum Sativum Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the Coriandrum sativum plant, also known as cilantro or coriander. This extract is used in cosmetic, personal care, and food products for its potential skin-conditioning, soothing, and antioxidant properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure

Coriandrum Sativum Leaf Extract contains:

Essential Oils: Derived from coriander leaves, including compounds such as linalool and α-pinene, contributing to its soothing and aromatic properties.
Antioxidants: Includes vitamins, flavonoids, and polyphenols that help protect the skin from oxidative stress.
Organic Acids: From the leaves, providing potential skin-conditioning benefits.
The chemical structure includes these active components, contributing to the overall efficacy of the extract in skincare and food applications.

Physical Properties

Appearance: Typically a green to dark green liquid.
Odor: Fresh, herbal, and slightly spicy, characteristic of coriander leaves.
Solubility: Soluble in water and oil-based formulations.
pH: Generally neutral to slightly acidic.
Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions; should be kept away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.

Production Process

Extraction: Coriandrum sativum leaves are subjected to a solvent extraction process.
Filtration: The extract is filtered to remove solids and obtain a clear liquid.
Purification: The extract is purified to ensure it is free from contaminants.
Formulation: The purified extract is incorporated into various cosmetic, personal care, and food products.
Quality Control: The extract is tested for purity, efficacy, and safety.

Applications

Cosmetics: Used for its skin-conditioning, soothing, and antioxidant benefits in skincare formulations.
Personal Care: Incorporated into personal care products to enhance skin hydration and provide soothing effects.
Food: Used as a flavoring agent and for its potential antioxidant properties in culinary applications.
Aromatherapy: May be used in therapeutic formulations for its fresh, herbal aroma.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

Coriandrum Sativum Leaf Extract is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic, personal care, and food products when used according to recommended guidelines. Individuals with allergies to coriander or sensitive skin should use it with caution. The production process should ensure that the extract is free from contaminants and produced sustainably.

INCI Functions:


Antimicrobial agent. This ingredient is able to suppress or inhibit the growth and replication of a broad spectrum of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses by making the stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal.

Skin conditioning agent - Humectant. Humectants are hygroscopic substances 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 the 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: corneum, the most superficial, lucidum, granulosum, spinosum and basale. Humectants have the ability to retain in the stratum corneum the water they attract from the air and have the function of moisturising the skin. It is better to use them before emollients that are oil-based.
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CAS: 84775-50-8 EC number 283-880-0