Main components of purslane extract
Purslane extract mainly contains flavonoids (about 7.67% of the total weight of the whole plant), alkaloids, organic acids, triterpenoids, saponins, amino acids, trace elements and their inorganic salts, vitamins, polysaccharides and other nutrients. These ingredients give purslane extract a variety of biological activities.
Antioxidant effect: The flavonoids in purslane extract can scavenge free radicals, reduce oxidative damage, and protect skin cells from damage by the external environment. At the same time, triterpenoids may also have antioxidant effects.
Efficacy and effects of purslane extract
1. Moisturizing effect: The organic acid components in purslane extract participate in skin metabolism and help keep the skin moisturized. In addition, it can inhibit the activity of hyaluronidase, thereby maintaining the moisturizing function of the skin.
2. Whitening effect: Purslane extract can inhibit the activity of tyrosinase, prevent the synthesis of melanin, and has a certain whitening effect.
3. Anti-aging effect: The saponin components in purslane extract have the effects of removing free radicals, anti-oxidation, and delaying skin aging. At the same time, it can also promote the synthesis of collagen and effectively reduce fine lines.
Application fields of purslane extract
Due to its unique biological activity, purslane extract is widely used in many fields:
Cosmetics industry: purslane extract is one of the commonly used natural ingredients in cosmetics. It can be used in products such as creams, lotions, shower gels, shampoos, etc. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, moisturizing, whitening, anti-aging and other effects.
Food industry: purslane extract can be used as a food additive to enhance the antioxidant properties and preservation effect of food.
