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PRUNUS SERRULATA BARK EXTRACT.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

Prunus Serrulata Bark Extract, sourced from the Japanese cherry tree, is a botanical ingredient recognized for its rich profile of bioactive compounds including flavonoids and anthocyanins. This extract provides multifaceted benefits to the skin, acting as a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent, while simultaneously promoting skin renewal for a brighter, more even complexion.

Summary

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Soothing Anti-aging Skin Brightening Skin Renewal Barrier Strengthening Anti-redness

Science

Mechanism of Action

This extract exerts its dermatological benefits through a synergistic blend of bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, phenolic acids, triterpenes, and anthocyanins. It actively neutralizes free radicals and modulates inflammatory pathways, which helps to calm irritated skin and reduce visible redness. The extract also contributes to anti-aging by inhibiting glycation, a process implicated in skin aging. Furthermore, it stimulates natural cellular turnover, leading to enhanced skin luminosity and a smoother texture, while reinforcing the skin's crucial protective barrier.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

0.5%

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

No specific data regarding common dusting practices or dusting thresholds for Prunus Serrulata Bark Extract was found in the provided research.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 1 – 4
0 7 14

Stability

Prunus Serrulata Bark Extract is soluble in both aqueous and organic solvents. The stability of its active components, particularly anthocyanins, is optimized in acidic environments, with a pH range of 1-4 maintaining their characteristic red/pink color and integrity. Exposure to elevated temperatures and higher pH levels (above 4) can accelerate the degradation of these sensitive compounds, potentially diminishing the extract's efficacy.

Conflicts

  • High pH environments (above pH 4, as these conditions can accelerate the degradation of anthocyanins and other beneficial compounds)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not specifically conducted a safety assessment for 'Prunus Serrulata Bark Extract'. While 'Sakura (Prunus serrulata Lindl.) flower extract' and 'Prunus serotina (wild cherry) bark extract' have been designated as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as flavoring agents in food and beverages, this classification does not directly extend to the topical cosmetic application of Prunus Serrulata Bark Extract. No specific safety opinion from the SCCS was identified.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Prunus Serrulata Bark Extract is a valuable botanical ingredient offering a diverse range of benefits, from antioxidant protection and anti-inflammatory action to skin brightening and barrier support, though clinical efficacy directly on human skin for this specific bark extract warrants further investigation.

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