PRUNUS DAVIDIANA FLOWER EXTRACT.

This extract, along with those from related Prunus species, is a rich source of antioxidant compounds including anthocyanins, flavonoids, caffeic acid, and quercetin derivatives. These molecules effectively scavenge reactive species such as superoxide anions, singlet oxygen, hydroxyl radicals, and lipid peroxyl radicals, thereby neutralizing free radicals and contributing to anti-aging effects. It actively helps mitigate visible damage stemming from advanced glycation end-products (AGEs). Furthermore, the extract demonstrates soothing and anti-inflammatory properties by suppressing LPS-induced nitric oxide production, modulating gene expressions for inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) and cyclooxygenase (COX)-2, reducing interleukin (IL)-1β protein expression, and inhibiting the phosphorylation of c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK)-1 and extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK)1/2. It offers protection against oxidative damage induced by UVB radiation, potentially preventing solar ultraviolet-induced skin damage, while also enhancing moisturization, nourishing the skin, restoring physiological balance, strengthening the protective barrier, stimulating cellular regeneration, maintaining elasticity, and reducing the appearance of fine lines.