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ABRUS FRUTICULOSUS LEAF EXTRACT.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

A botanical extract derived from the leaves of Abrus fruticulosus, rich in flavonoids including rutin, quercetin, and kaempferol. This multifunctional ingredient delivers antioxidant protection while demonstrating anti-inflammatory activity through suppression of IL-6 and TNF-α markers. Research indicates potential skin brightening benefits via tyrosinase inhibition, making it suitable for comprehensive skin conditioning formulations.

Summary

skin conditioning antioxidant anti-inflammatory soothing

Science

Mechanism of Action

Functions through a dual-pathway approach: flavonoids and polyphenols provide antioxidant protection by neutralizing free radicals and preventing lipid peroxidation, while anti-inflammatory compounds actively suppress nitric oxide production and reduce inflammatory cytokines IL-6 and TNF-α expression in skin cells.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.5–9.375%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Demonstrated significant reduction in inflammatory markers IL-6 and COX-2 gene expression in human gingival fibroblasts

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Limited commercial usage data available; appears to be used at functional concentrations based on research findings rather than trace amounts

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 4 – 5.5
0 7 14

Stability

Maximum antioxidant activity achieved at pH 4.5; activity decreases significantly at pH 7.0 and is completely lost at pH 9.0 due to phenolic component denaturation

Synergies

  • other antioxidants
  • anti-inflammatory actives
  • skin brightening compounds

Conflicts

  • high pH environments (>7.0)
  • strong oxidizing agents
  • proteolytic enzymes

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

EU COSING classifies as skin conditioning agent; leaf extracts considered safer than seed-derived materials which may contain toxic lectins in related Abrus species

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A promising multifunctional botanical with demonstrated anti-inflammatory activity and broad skin compatibility, though limited by pH constraints and lack of comprehensive safety data.

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