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LOTUS CORNICULATUS FLOWER WATER.

Valuable CAS 84696-24-2 / FLAVOURING, FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING

Lotus Corniculatus Flower Water, derived from the Bird's-foot Trefoil plant, is a multi-functional ingredient rich in vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids. It delivers potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits while deeply hydrating and conditioning the skin, contributing to a balanced complexion.

Summary

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Hydrating Skin Conditioner Sebum Control (indirectly via seed extract data) Wound Healing Detoxifying

Science

Mechanism of Action

This botanical ingredient offers comprehensive skin benefits. It leverages its rich profile of vitamins (such as C), minerals, fatty acids, and flavonoids like Kaempferol to provide robust antioxidant defense against free radical damage. Its inherent anti-inflammatory properties help to visibly reduce redness and calm skin irritation. Furthermore, Lotus Corniculatus Flower Water provides intense hydration and helps replenish skin moisture, partially due to its potassium content, acting as an effective skin conditioner to promote overall balance. While a 5% *seed extract* has demonstrated a significant reduction in skin sebum content and oily areas over 4 weeks by inhibiting sebaceous lipogenesis, these properties suggest a related potential for the flower water. It also contributes to reported wound healing and aids in absorbing skin toxins.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Moderate confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Components such as cyanogenic glycosides found in Lotus corniculatus are highly water soluble. While the plant itself thrives in mildly acidic, neutral, and mildly alkaline soils (pH 6.0-8.0), specific optimal pH ranges for the stability of Lotus Corniculatus Flower Water in cosmetic formulations have not been identified in the available research.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

A screening assessment by Health Canada concluded that 'Lotus corniculatus, extract' is not harmful to human health or the environment at typical exposure levels. This plant is known to produce cyanogenic glycosides (linamarin and lotaustralin) which can release hydrogen cyanide (HCN) upon enzymatic hydrolysis. HCN is toxic, with potential effects on the thyroid and central nervous system; however, the overall risk to human health from cosmetic topical use is considered low. SkinSAFE rates 'Lotus Corniculatus (Lotus Flower) Extract' as 'SkinSAFE 100 Free', indicating absence of common allergens. There is no specific CIR or SCCS review identified for 'LOTUS CORNICULATUS FLOWER WATER' itself, though related extracts have been reviewed.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Lotus Corniculatus Flower Water is a valuable ingredient offering broad benefits including antioxidant protection, soothing hydration, and potential sebum regulation, demonstrating low irritancy and wide skin compatibility.

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