Science
Mechanism of Action
The extract's activity is attributed to phytochemicals, including mome inositol, saturated fatty acid esters, and cyclotetracosane. While these bioactive components demonstrate antifungal effects in plant systems, a specific, detailed mechanism explaining direct cosmetic benefits or protective actions on human skin has not been fully elucidated in the provided research.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidenceN/A
Key findings
- 01 Complete inhibition of Botrytis cinerea (grey mold) growth observed at a concentration of 1000 µg·mL⁻¹ in in vitro tests for strawberry postharvest protection. Efficacy was enhanced to complete inhibition at 750 µg·mL⁻¹ when conjugated with chitosan oligomers (COS).
- 02 Complete inhibition of Colletotrichum nymphaeae (anthracnose fruit rot) growth demonstrated at 1500 µg·mL⁻¹ in in vitro tests for strawberry postharvest protection. This improved to complete inhibition at 1000 µg·mL⁻¹ when conjugated with chitosan oligomers (COS).
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Stability
No specific optimal pH range for stability has been identified. The extract is typically prepared as a hydromethanolic extract, indicating solubility in both water and polar organic solvents; water-based extracts have also shown efficacy.
Safety
Safety Profile
No formal safety assessments from CIR, SCCS, or FDA are currently available. However, SkinSAFE considers it 'SkinSAFE 100 Free' and 'Irritant Free', suggesting a low potential for causing irritation or allergic reactions based on their criteria.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
While categorized as a skin protecting ingredient with a promising phytochemical profile and low irritancy, comprehensive clinical data on its specific mechanism and efficacy for human cosmetic benefits remains insufficient.
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