Identity Profile: Ashitaba Plant Extract
Commonly known as: Angelica Keiskei Extract (INCI), Tomorrow's Leaves, Longevity Herb, Japanese Ashitaba.
Botanical name: Angelica keiskei.
Extraction process: Supercritical CO2 extraction.
Family: Apiaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Leaves and/or stems.
Cultivation area, origin: Originally from the Pacific coast of the Nippon archipelago (Japan) and now present in America and Europe.
Blooming: From May to September.
Origin, provenance: France.
Phytochemical composition: Flavonoids (4,4'-dimethoxychalcone, lutein, alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, quercetin); chalcones (isobavachalcone, xanthoangelol, 4-hydroxyderricin); active polyacetylenes; sesquiterpenes (ashitabaol...); triterpenes; cyclohexenones; vitamins (A, B, K).
Sensory properties: Appearance: Oily liquid; Colour: Yellow; Odour: Characteristic.
Physical properties: /
Concerns: Antioxidant, anti-ageing, moisturising, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial.
Effect: All skin types.
Details
Properties
Anti-radical: Reducing the formation of free radicals, thereby protecting cells from premature ageing;
Anti-ageing: Promoting cellular renewal and autophagy, an intracellular mechanism of protection and cellular recycling, helps to delay the onset of ageing signs.
Usage
Facial Care (serums, creams, lotions).
Method of Preservation
Store at room temperature, protected from light, but most importantly, shielded from moisture.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
When applied topically, kale extract does not presentany contraindications. Very well tolerated, it is suitable for all skin types.
