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Pomegranate plant extract

Commonly known as: Punica Granatum Extract (I.N.C.I.), Pomegranate fruit extract.

Botanical name: Punica granatum.

Extraction process: Alcoholic extraction and maceration of pomegranate fruit in water and glycerine.

Family: Punicaceae.

Part of the plant extracted: Fruits.

Location: Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Egypt, Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Syria, Lebanon, Israel.

Flowering: From May to July/August.

Provenance, origin: Turkey.

Phytochemical composition: Vitamin C, Vitamin B, trace elements, polyphenols.

Sensorial properties: Appearance: Liquid; Colour: Slightly Amber; Odour: Characteristic.

Physical characteristics: Soluble in water or another hydrophilic medium; Density = 1.150 - 1.250; Recommended dosage: 0.5% to 2%.

Benefits: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, soothing, astringent, regenerating, toning.

Concerns: Mature skin, tired skin, irritated skin, sunburn, sensitive/reactive skin; Broken and damaged hair, split ends, dry hair.

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Usage

Facial Care (creams, serums, eye contours, after-shave treatments); Body Care (post-hair removal treatments, after-sun care); Hair Care (hair dyes, shampoos, conditioners, serums); Makeup (lipsticks, foundations).

Means of Preservation

Pomegranate extract is preserved at room temperature in their hermetically sealed amber bottle, protected from light and moisture.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

There are no contraindications to the cosmetic use of pomegranate plant extract. It can be used by pregnant women and young children. Avoid contact with the eyes.

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The plant extract of pomegranate is renowned for its regenerative virtues, but also for enhancing skin radiance due to its richness in Vitamin C, Vitamin B, and trace elements. Pomegranate extract is also known for its abundance in antioxidant compounds such as polyphenols, making it a preferred active ingredient for mature, tired, or sagging skin.