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PRUNUS PERSICA GUM.

Valuable CAS 84012-34-0 / VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Derived from the peach tree, Prunus Persica Gum is a natural polysaccharide demonstrating remarkable multi-functional benefits for skin health. It acts as a potent antioxidant, soothes inflammation, enhances skin hydration, and promotes cellular vitality.

Summary

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Anti-aging Moisturizer Soothing agent Skin-conditioning agent Emulsifier Stabilizer Antibacterial (scalp) Sebum control (scalp)

Science

Mechanism of Action

Prunus Persica Gum, functioning primarily as a polysaccharide, exerts its beneficial effects through a multi-pronged approach. It provides robust antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection against environmental stressors, notably mitigating UVB-induced photoaging and oxidative damage by reducing intracellular oxidative factors and inhibiting matrix metalloproteinases. This ingredient also actively promotes cell growth and repair while enhancing the skin's moisture content, thereby improving barrier function and elasticity. Furthermore, it calms irritation and reduces redness. When applied to the scalp, it exhibits antibacterial properties by suppressing P. acnes metabolism and reducing pro-inflammatory cytokine expression, contributing to balanced sebum production and overall scalp health.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

2%

Key findings

  1. 01 In human skin keratinocytes (HaCaT cells), this concentration increased cell viability by approximately 1.1 times after 24 hours, with no observed toxicity up to 800 µg/mL over 72 hours.
  2. 02 Significantly reduced UVB-induced skin photoaging damage, improving wrinkle length and depth, restoring normal skin conditions, and reducing epidermal/dermal thickness in vivo.
  3. 03 Recommended for sensitive scalps to suppress P. acnes metabolism and reduce pro-inflammatory cytokine expression, yielding antibacterial, hair care, and sebum control benefits.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Prunus Persica Gum is not typically identified as an ingredient subject to 'dusting' in cosmetic formulations, given its functional properties as a gum and polysaccharide.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

While raw peach gum has limited direct solubility in aqueous solutions, it can absorb substantial water to form a jelly-like gel. Its active polysaccharide components are water-soluble. The presence of salts may decrease the apparent viscosity of its aqueous dispersions.

Conflicts

  • High concentrations of raw, unrefined peach gum (e.g., above 15 phr when blended with thermoplastic starch) can exceed miscibility limits, potentially leading to agglomeration and suboptimal material properties. This is primarily a concern for industrial blending, not typical cosmetic percentages.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

While not yet formally reviewed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel or SCCS, in vitro studies indicate no toxicity to human skin keratinocytes at concentrations up to 800 µg/mL. It is important to note that peach kernel extract, a distinct ingredient, is listed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for flavoring purposes, which does not directly apply to Prunus Persica Gum.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Prunus Persica Gum is a valuable multi-functional ingredient demonstrating significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties, with promising benefits for anti-aging, soothing sensitive skin, and promoting skin cell health.

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