Science
Mechanism of Action
Its polyphenols and phenolic compounds, including vanillic acid and luteolin, neutralize free radicals to mitigate harmful effects like edema and erythema. This contributes to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory activity.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidenceN/A
Key findings
- 01 In vitro studies demonstrated bacteriostatic activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains at 187.5 mg/mL (aqueous extract).
- 02 Bactericidal activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains was observed at 375 mg/mL (aqueous extract) in vitro.
- 03 An aqueous extract showed anti-proliferative effects on Caco-2 cell line from 0.05 to 187.5 µg/mL in vitro.
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Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Stability
Borojo pulp, a source of water-soluble B vitamins and simple sugars, naturally presents an acidic pH range of 2.78-4.90. Stability studies primarily focus on food preservation rather than cosmetic formulation specifics.
Safety
Safety Profile
No specific cosmetic safety assessments by CIR, SCCS, or FDA are currently available for this ingredient. As a food, it lacks U.S. FDA approval to treat or cure any disease.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
While exhibiting promising antioxidant and antimicrobial in vitro properties, further specific cosmetic efficacy and safety data are required for a definitive assessment.
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