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NELUMBO NUCIFERA PHYTOPLACENTA CULTURE EXTRACT.

Insufficient Data / ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT

Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is a botanical active ingredient known for its extensive benefits across all skin types. It promotes a visibly younger, more radiant complexion by enhancing hydration, evening skin tone, and calming irritation, while also providing antioxidant protection.

Summary

Antioxidant Humectant Antimicrobial Anti-aging Skin brightening Soothing Astringent Skin-conditioning agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions as a robust antioxidant, actively shielding skin cells from damage induced by environmental stressors and free radicals. It acts as a humectant, effectively drawing and retaining moisture to prevent dryness and ensure sustained skin hydration, resulting in a soft and supple feel. With inherent antimicrobial properties, it helps to mitigate the growth of harmful microorganisms, potentially reducing occurrences of acne and other skin infections. Furthermore, it exerts anti-aging effects by bolstering skin elasticity, visibly reducing fine lines and wrinkles, and improving the appearance of pores and blemishes. It contributes to skin brightening and a more uniform tone through its capacity to reduce discoloration and inhibit melanin-producing enzymes like tyrosinase and DOPA-oxidase. The extract also provides soothing and calming relief for irritated or sensitive skin, forms a protective barrier against external aggressors, and utilizes tannins for an astringent effect, refining skin texture.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.5–5%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Recommended for use in cosmetics (when combined with maltodextrin) to achieve anti-aging effects, an even skin tone, and soothing benefits (Paula's Choice).
  2. 02 Various *Nelumbo nucifera* extracts (leaf, seed, flower) demonstrated significant DOPA-oxidase inhibition (59%, 57%, and 50% respectively), indicating a skin whitening effect (ResearchGate).
  3. 03 *Nelumbo nucifera* extracts (leaf, seed, flower) inhibited elastase activity by 56%, 49%, and 54% respectively, suggesting an anti-wrinkle effect (ResearchGate).
  4. 04 A methanolic *Nelumbo nucifera* flower bud extract significantly suppressed melanogenesis (CIR Report Data Sheet).
  5. 05 *Nelumbo nucifera* petal's methyl alcohol extract showed dose-dependent inhibition of lipase activity (PMC - PubMed Central).

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Clinical studies demonstrate efficacy at various specific concentrations, and a cosmetic usage recommendation of 0.5-5% exists, suggesting it is typically incorporated at effective levels.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

A water cream formulation containing 4% Nelumbo nucifera extract maintained stability for 30 days across different temperature conditions.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Low

The Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (CIR) has concluded that the available safety data for Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract, along with 13 other related ingredients, is currently insufficient. A specific PCPC concentration of use survey for this particular ingredient has not yet been conducted.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract demonstrates a compelling array of skin benefits related to aging, hydration, and tone, its comprehensive safety profile requires further official assessment by regulatory bodies.

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