Aqueous Red Berries Extract
Botanical Extract
Adds botanical value to the formula.
TECHNICAL DATA
INCI water, cranberry extract (Vaccinium oxycoccos), propylene glycol, anthocyanins, p-hydroxyacetophenone.
CAS 7732-18-5; 84082-34-8; 57-55-6; no data; 99-93-4.
Appearance Slightly viscous liquid
Color Reddish brown
Odor Characteristic
Solubility Water, glycols and
APPLICATIONS
CreamsTonersGelsShampooMasks
Used in both facial and body products.
DESCRIPTION
COSMETIC AQUEOUS RED BERRIES EXTRACT
There is a group of red, blue and purple fruits known as berries. They are characterized by intense color and a sweet-tart flavor, and are rich in fiber, low in calories and rich in minerals such as potassium, calcium and selenium. They also provide acids such as ascorbic acid, folic acid and ellagic acid. They contain substances called flavonoids, anthocyanins, carotenoids, polyphenols and tannins. These substances are known as excellent antioxidants. Valued for its moisturizing, revitalizing, purifying and soothing properties.
Practical formulation guide
Usage level: 2–5 %. Higher concentrations do not affect its benefit. It is important to run stability tests on each formulation.
How to use and incorporate: Aqueous, glycolic or glycerin extracts: add to the water phase or during cool-down (below 40 °C/104 °F). Oil extracts: add to the oil phase or during cool-down. Powdered extracts: first dissolve or disperse in water or glycerin. Adjust the pH at the end.
Formulation tips:
- Extracts contribute color, odor and microbial load: use a broad-spectrum preservative system and run a microbial challenge test on the final formula.
- They may precipitate in the cold or over time; filter or shake before use and check that the color or clarity of the finished product does not change.
- Before scaling up, make a pilot batch and run a stability test (cycles at 4 / 25 / 45 °C/39 / 77 / 113 °F for 4 weeks, checking odor, color, pH, viscosity and separation) in the final packaging.
Compatibility: Aqueous and glycolic extracts are compatible with gels, toners, emulsions and surfactant bases; oil extracts with oils and emulsions. Some tannins and flavonoids darken in the presence of iron or at alkaline pH.
Storage: The optimal storage temperature for the extract is between 4 and 18 °C/39 and 64 °F, protected from light. If precipitates form during storage, shake until reconstituted before adding to your formulation.
Precautions: Once the container is opened, handle the product with care to avoid secondary microbial contamination. None in particular for the user.
Technical information for formulators: This sheet describes industrial uses of the raw material in the development of cosmetic products. It is not an efficacy claim for any finished product. The person responsible for the formulation must validate the concentration, compatibility and claims of their product in accordance with applicable regulations.
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