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ZEA MAYS BUD/SEED EXTRACT.

Valuable CAS - / ANTIOXIDANT

Zea Mays Bud/Seed Extract is a versatile ingredient known for its soothing and moisturizing properties. It helps strengthen the skin barrier, protects against environmental aggressors, and improves skin texture.

Antioxidant Binding Bulking

Science

The extract's polysaccharides form a protective film to retain moisture and reduce irritation, enhancing skin barrier function. Rich in antioxidants like anthocyanins, it combats free radicals and can inhibit collagen degradation from UV-B exposure, preventing photoaging.


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Topical Skin Application of Purple Corn Extract (Zea Mays) Inhibited the Increase in MMP-1 Levels and Decreased Collagen in Wistar Rats (Rattus Norvegicus) Exposed to UV-B Rays.

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

There is no available data to suggest that Zea Mays Bud/Seed Extract is commonly dusted or used in ineffective concentrations.


The Formula

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel concludes corn-derived ingredients are safe as used in cosmetics, found non-irritating and non-sensitizing in clinical tests. However, specific maximum safe concentration is implicit based on reported use due to data gaps.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Valuable

This extract offers moisturizing, barrier-strengthening, and antioxidant benefits, making it a valuable addition to formulations aimed at overall skin health and protection.


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