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HYDROLYZED PUNICA GRANATUM FRUIT EXTRACT.

Valuable / ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING

This potent extract from pomegranate fruit delivers comprehensive skin benefits through its rich antioxidant profile. It actively combats environmental stressors, visibly diminishes signs of premature aging like fine lines, and promotes a more even, radiant, and resilient complexion.

Summary

Antioxidant Skin-conditioning Anti-aging Brightening Anti-inflammatory Hydrating Firming Sebum-regulating

Science

Mechanism of Action

HYDROLYZED PUNICA GRANATUM FRUIT EXTRACT functions through multiple pathways to enhance skin health. Abundant in polyphenols, ellagic acid, punicalagins, and vitamin C, it acts as a powerful antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals induced by UV radiation and pollution, thereby mitigating cellular damage and reducing visible signs of aging. Its anti-inflammatory action suppresses nitric oxide production and inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines, calming irritated skin and potentially aiding in conditions such as eczema and acne. Ellagic acid specifically targets melanin synthesis by chelating copper ions in tyrosinase, leading to a reduction in hyperpigmentation and improved skin tone uniformity. Furthermore, it supports enhanced skin hydration, stimulates collagen production for improved elasticity and firmness, and helps to regulate sebum levels.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.1–4%
Optimal

4%

Key findings

  1. 01 Significantly reduced crow's feet wrinkles, tactile roughness, forehead fine lines, and forehead wrinkles, while improving skin radiance, tone evenness, moisturization, elasticity, and firmness over 60 days. Also reduced tyrosinase biomarker levels by 3%.
  2. 02 Observed significant decreases in melanin content over a 60-day study in 25 healthy volunteers, with no dermal irritation.
  3. 03 Sensitization tests in humans were negative.
  4. 04 Notably decreased hydrogen peroxide-induced Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) production and exhibited promising antioxidant effects by decreasing hydrogen peroxide-induced apoptosis and downregulating caspase-3 and caspase-7 levels in HaCaT cell cultures.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 3.3 – 5.5
0 7 14

Stability

Aqueous extracts of pomegranate demonstrate high storage stability at low pH, ideally around 3.5, and when preserved in dark packaging. Elevated pH levels can negatively impact the spectral and antioxidant characteristics of the extract.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
0.1%
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel has deemed Punica Granatum Fruit Extract (a related ingredient) safe for cosmetic use under specified conditions. The FDA generally recognizes related pomegranate extractives as safe (GRAS) for food use. Human studies with Punica Granatum Fruit Extract and concentrated pomegranate juice have shown no dermal irritation or sensitization, indicating a very low irritation potential at standard concentrations. The 0.1% max concentration guideline applies to Punica Granatum Fruit Extract in face/neck/night skin preparations.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Hydrolyzed Punica Granatum Fruit Extract is a valuable antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient, adept at addressing signs of aging, uneven tone, and inflammation across all skin types.

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