Common Name(s): Prunus japonica seed extract,prunus japonica seed extract,botanical extract,phytochemical active
CAS Number: N/a
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides antioxidant protection from polyphenol radical scavenging, anti-inflammatory activity from terpenoid nf-kb/cox pathway inhibition, and skin conditioning from the phytochemical secondary metabolite complex.
Why It's Used: Prunus japonica seed extract is selected for the characteristic secondary metabolite signature of prunus japonica โ whether polyphenols, terpenoids, alkaloids, or polysaccharides, the phytochemical profile provides antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, or skin conditioning benefits specific to this botanical species.
How It Works: Botanical secondary metabolites: polyphenol catechol h-atom donation for ros scavenging (rate constants 10โถโ10โน mโปยนsโปยน); terpenoid iฮบb kinase inhibition blocking nf-ฮบb translocation; flavonoid cox-1/2 competitive inhibition; alkaloids and iridoids modulating specific receptor targets.
Typically Found In: Botanical skin care
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ antioxidant
Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional
Halal Status: Conditional
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Standardisation to marker compounds ensures consistent bioactivity โ field-grown plant material varies 3โ10ร in secondary metabolite content. standardised extracts with coa for key actives are preferred for clinical claim support.
Last Verified: Cosing database,prunus japonica seed extract botanical extract review
Primary Sources: 2026-03-22