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SPERGULARIA RUBRA EXTRACT.

Insufficient Data CAS 84776-02-3 / SKIN CONDITIONING

Spergularia Rubra Extract is a botanical active renowned for its potent antioxidant capabilities, offering significant protection against environmental stressors. This extract also exhibits potential anti-inflammatory properties, making it a promising ingredient for soothing skin and reducing visible redness.

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Soothing Redness Reduction Environmental Protection Potential Brightening (based on related species data)

Science

This botanical extract functions through its rich composition of antioxidants, including flavonoids such as quercetin and kaempferol, alongside phenolic acids like caffeic acid. These compounds actively neutralize free radicals, mitigating oxidative stress at a cellular level. Furthermore, Spergularia Rubra Extract demonstrates inherent anti-inflammatory potential. Studies on the related Spergularia marina species suggest a mechanism for skin brightening via the inhibition of melanocyte-inducing transcription factor (MITF) nuclear translocation, thereby reducing the enzymatic production of melanin, including tyrosinase.


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 In vitro studies demonstrate that methanolic extracts of Spergularia rubra exhibit up to 77.70% antioxidant activity (DPPH assay) and contain a total phenolic content ranging from 4.33 to 13.16 mg gallic acid/mL extract. A hydromethanolic extract showed dose-dependent antioxidant and anti-cholinesterase activities, along with α-glucosidase inhibition.
  2. 02 Research on the related species, Spergularia marina extract, has indicated skin-whitening effects in B16F10 melanoma cells by suppressing MITF nuclear translocation and decreasing the protein expression of tyrosinase-related protein (TRP)-1, TRP-2, and tyrosinase. This related extract also displayed radical-scavenging and anti-inflammatory properties.

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Studies indicate that pH variations can significantly reduce the metabolite content and enzyme inhibitory capacity of Spergularia rubra hydroethanolic extracts. Specific optimal pH ranges for cosmetic stability are not yet established.


Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

Spergularia Rubra Extract has not undergone comprehensive review by major regulatory bodies. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) lists it as 'RESTRICTED' with 'No Data' across common safety concerns such as skin allergies, irritation, developmental/reproductive toxicity, and carcinogenicity. This designation primarily reflects a lack of specific scientific data rather than confirmed hazards. Traditional uses have noted potential mild dehydration, gastrointestinal upset, or localized skin rash upon topical application to sensitive areas, although these observations are not specific to its cosmetic extract form.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Insufficient Data

Spergularia Rubra Extract exhibits promising antioxidant and potential anti-inflammatory benefits, but lacks comprehensive safety evaluations and defined optimal concentrations for precision cosmetic formulation.


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