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ACALYPHA REPTANS CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT.

Valuable CAS - / ANTIOXIDANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING

A biotechnologically-derived plant stem cell extract from the red-tail cat's tail plant that delivers concentrated antioxidant protection. This callus culture technology concentrates bioactive phenolics and flavonoids to combat photoaging through matrix metalloproteinase inhibition. The extract provides dual benefits of environmental protection and moisture retention for comprehensive skin conditioning.

antioxidant humectant skin conditioning skin protecting

Science

Functions through multitargeted antioxidant pathways by neutralizing reactive oxygen species and inhibiting collagen-degrading enzymes MMP-1 and elastase. The concentrated phytochemicals from callus culture upregulate endogenous antioxidant enzyme expression in dermal fibroblasts while providing humectant properties to strengthen the skin barrier.


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.1–1%
Optimal

0.5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Demonstrated potent antioxidant activity with significant MMP-1 and elastase inhibition in genus-specific studies
  2. 02 Enhanced cellular regeneration and UV-protective effects in human dermal fibroblast cultures

Transparency

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
0.01%
Red flag below
0.05%

Plant callus extracts require meaningful concentrations above 0.1% for antioxidant efficacy; trace amounts below 0.05% are likely cosmetic dusting


The Formula

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 5 – 7
0 7 14

Stability

Heat-sensitive polyphenols require cool-down phase incorporation below 40°C for optimal bioactivity retention in water-based systems

Synergies

  • vitamin C
  • niacinamide
  • hyaluronic acid

Conflicts

  • strong oxidizing agents
  • extreme pH formulations

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
1%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Refined callus culture extracts eliminate irritating latex compounds present in raw plant material; Euphorbiaceae family extracts typically demonstrate good tolerability below 1%


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Valuable

A scientifically-backed plant stem cell extract offering proven antioxidant benefits with broad skin type compatibility, though clinical data remains limited compared to established actives.


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