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Profile: Centifolia Rose Cellular Extract
Commonly known as:
Rosa Centifolia Leaf Cell Extract (I.N.C.I.), native cells of Rosa Centifolia, hundred-petaled rose, May rose, Grasse rose.
Botanical name:
Rosa centifolia.
Extraction process:
In vitro cultivation of leaves in a nutrient medium, followed by stimulation with UV and visible light to produce metabolites (active molecules), rinsing, cell filtration, sonication and dispersion of the extract in vegetable glycerine.
Family:
Rosacea.
Part of the plant extracted:
Leaves.
Location:
Bulgaria, France (Grasse), North Africa (Morocco, Tunisia).
Flowering:
From the end of spring to summer (depending on the climate, from the end of April until July).
Provenance, origin:
France.
Phytochemical composition:
Essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals.
Sensorial properties:
Form: Liquid; Colour: Colourless to pale yellow; Scent: Mild.
Physical characteristics:
pH: 4.5 - 7.5; Miscible in water; Insoluble in oil; Density: 1.0 - 1.3 g/cm3.
Benefits:
Hydrating, protective, regenerative, antioxidant, soothing.
Concerns:
All skin types, particularly dry and dehydrated skin.
Details
Usage
Facial Care (mists, face creams, serums, eye contour treatments, sun creams);
Makeup (CC-creams, foundations).
Means of Preservation
Store in a cool and dry place. Do not exceed 40°C with a relative humidity of 65%.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
There are no contraindications to the cosmetic use of centifolia rose cellular extract. It can be used by pregnant women and young children. Avoid contact with the eyes.
Find out more
Originating from the Caucasus and modified through various hybridisations, the hundred-leaved rose owes its name to its double-petalled flowers that emit a pronounced fragrance in spring. Cultivated for its aromatic virtues since the 19th century, it has become a cornerstone of perfumery. Empress Josephine owned 27 different species in her garden at Malmaison. In the West, its medicinal properties (antiseptic, astringent, purifying) have led to its inclusion in traditional pharmacopoeia.
