Extraction Methods of Plant Compounds: Insight into Their Manufacturing Process and Rising Popularity
Go Green with Botanical Extraction: The Secret Behind Successful Cosmetics
In the ever-evolving world of cosmetics, plant-derived ingredients have become the talk of the town, and for good reasons! With the increasing preference for natural and sustainable products, many companies are turning to botanical extracts.
As we delve deeper into cosmetic science, it's essential to understand how to maximize the efficiency and appeal of these botanical gems while prioritizing eco-friendly practices. But, not all botanical extracts are created equal, and certain processes will guarantee better results.
Embrace Mother Nature's Wonders: Understanding Botanical Extracts
Simply put, botanical extracts are the concentrated forms of a plant's active compounds, derived from various parts of the plant like leaves, flowers, stems, roots, and fruits. These superpowered extracts can contain a treasure trove of bioactive compounds, such as phytochemicals, flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenes, and polyphenols, which can provide numerous therapeutic benefits.
Consumers worldwide, particularly in China, Mexico, and the USA, are leaning towards plant-based cosmetic ingredients as safer options for the skin – a whopping 87%, 81%, and 58%, respective countries prefer botanical extracts. And why not? As 65% of women show a higher level of trust in products developed by scientists, it’s a win-win for cosmetic companies and customers. Thanks to the 35 Mintel Consumer Research (2020) for shedding light on this trend!
Achieving Cosmetic Success with Provital's CaremotivesTM
When selecting botanical extracts, cosmetic efficiency and quality are crucial factors. Different extraction methods isolate desirable components from the plant and discard the rest, so the method matters.
Common extraction methods include solvent extraction, steam distillation, cold pressing, and supercritical fluid extraction, to name a few. However, to ensure a high concentration of active cosmetic molecules, our approach at Provital stands out. Here's how we do it:
- Utilize select plant parts
- Opt for a single extraction, avoiding dilutions that may decrease the extract's concentration, color, and fragrance
- Calculate INCI extract value based on cosmetically active molecules extracted from the plant, ensuring accuracy
- Conduct control activities, including thin-layer chromatography (TLC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) for rigorous quality checks
- Maintain a transparent process with technical data sheets, safety data sheets, raw material documentation, and product regulatory information
At Provital, we strive to provide our clients with real guarantees, facilitate brands in transmitting transparent product information to their customers, and inspire pioneering and efficacious cosmetic science. Learn more about our process in our video, where you'll gain insights into why our method leads to sustainable, high-quality ingredients!
In the exploration of cosmetic science, the value of botanical extracts—concentrated forms of a plant's active compounds—is increasingly recognized. These extracts, derived from various plant parts, contain a wealth of bioactive compounds, such as phytochemicals, flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenes, and polyphenols, offering numerous therapeutic benefits to health-and-wellness-conscious consumers. In fact, a significant number of consumers in China, Mexico, and the USA prefer botanical extracts, with 87%, 81%, and 58%, respectively, showing preference for plant-based ingredients in their cosmetics. As more people trust products developed by scientists, this trend towards botanical extracts represents a win-for both cosmetic companies and their customers. For companies like Provital, the focus is on achieving cosmetic success with efficient extraction methods. Provital's caremotivesTM, for instance, utilize select plant parts, single extraction processes, INCI extract value calculations based on cosmetically active molecules, and rigorous quality checks to ensure a high concentration of active cosmetic ingredients. In the pursuit of transparency and sustainability, Provital strives to provide clients with real guarantees, facilitate brands in communicating transparent product information to their customers, and inspire pioneering and efficacious cosmetic science.
