Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, also known as Chinese Wolfberry, is a valuable ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products due to its rich content of antioxidants, amino acids, polysaccharides, and vitamins. Its main functions include protecting, revitalizing, and hydrating the skin. It helps the skin defend against environmental stress and slows down visible aging. The vitamin C present in Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract improves the skin tone. In its raw form, this extract appears as a yellow powder that is soluble in water and has a low to moderate viscosity. It is also safe and non-comedogenic.
Products with LYCIUM CHINENSE FRUIT EXTRACT
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What is LYCIUM CHINENSE FRUIT EXTRACT used for?
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract has a rich profile of amino acids, vitamins, and antioxidants that offer many benefits for the skin and hair.
Skin care: Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract has potent antioxidant properties that protect the skin from oxidative stress and prevent premature signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines. Due to the natural sugars present in it, it enhances water retention and is a boon for dry and dehydrated skin. This extract also provides brightening and soothing effects.
Hair care: Although less common in hair care, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract can be used for soothing the scalp and protecting the hair from oxidative damage. It strengthens the hair shafts and is often found in scalp serums, leave-ins, and shampoos.
Origin
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract comes from Chinese wolfberries that are first harvested and air-dried to preserve its active compounds. It is then powdered and soaked in water to facilitate the extraction process. The resulting liquid extract is filtered and concentrated.
What does LYCIUM CHINENSE FRUIT EXTRACT do in a formulation?
Safety Profile
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract has a good safety profile with a low irritation potential. Being natural, it does not have sensitizing effects at low concentrations. It is also non-comedogenic and does not clog pores or cause acne. Patch testing is advised for sensitive skin users.
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LYCIUM CHINENSE FRUIT EXTRACT technical profile
| Property | Values |
pH | 4.5 - 6.5 |
Solubility | Soluble in water; insoluble in oil |
Viscosity | Low to medium |
