1. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Overview
Portulaca Oleracea Extract, also known as Herba Portulacae Extract, is from aerial parts of plant purslane. It has good water-solubility. Portulaca Oleracea Extract is a kind of natural cosmetic ingredient with various biological activities. It is mainly used for anti-allergic, anti-inflammation as well as treat acne. In particular, it can relieve skin allergy caused by long-term use of hormone cosmetics. Also, portulaca oleracea extract can prevent skin eczema, allergic dermatitis, contact dermatitis and other skin diseases; and it has skin whitening and anti-aging effects. At present, portulaca oleracea extract is mainly used in anti-allergic cosmetics. Plamed develops portulaca oleracea extract in form of powder.
| Product Name | CAS Number | INCI | |
| Portulaca Oleracea Extract | 90083-07-1 | PORTULACA OLERACEA EXTRACT | |
| Product ID | Specification | Minimal Package | Minimal Order Quality |
| PMM0301 | 1% flavone | 1KG | 1KG |
2. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Source
Purslane (Latin name: Portulaca oleracea L) also named pursley, verdolaga, is an annual succulent plant of portulacaceae family. It has green leaf, yellow flower, white root and black seed. Except for the cold areas there are distribution of purslane around China. It mainly grows in vegetable garden, farmland and roadside; it is a common field weed. Purslane is also widespread throughout the world in temperate and tropical regions. The components of purslane are complex, mainly including alkaloids, coumarin compounds, flavonoids, phenols, terpenes and sterols. Therefore, purslane extract has good antibacterial and anti-oxidative activity. Portulaca oleracea is of low planting cost but of high medicinal value. The whole herb is used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. It is widely applied in medicine and cosmetics.
3. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Manufacturer Specifications
Portulaca Oleracea Extract Powder Specification
| Items | Specification |
| Purslane flavone | 1% |
| Organoleptic Tests | |
| Appearance | Pale brown yellow powder |
| Odor | Characteristic |
| Taste | Characteristic |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Particle size | 98% through 80 mesh |
| Moisture | ≤7.0% |
| Ash content | ≤10.0% |
| pH | 5.0-7.0 |
| Heavy Metals | |
| Total heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤10(mg/kg) |
| Pb | ≤2(mg/kg) |
| As | ≤2(mg/kg) |
| Hg | ≤1(mg/kg) |
| Cd | ≤5(mg/kg) |
| Microbiological Tests | |
| Total bacteria | ≤100cfu/g |
| Yeast & mold | ≤10cfu/g |
| Thermotolerant coliforms | Negative |
| P. Aeruginosa | Negative |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative |
4. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Manufacturer Flow Chart
5. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Benefits
- Anti-allergic
Portulaca oleracea extract contains a large amount of catecholamines such as norepinephrine and dopamine. These substances have anti-allergic property. Thereby, portulaca oleracea extract can shrink skin capillaries, and relieve facial redness. Moreover, portulaca oleracea extract has a significant improvement effect on skin allergy caused by long-term use of hormonal cosmetics. It is an effective anti-allergic ingredient widely used in cosmetics.
Plamed people test the anti-allergic effect of portulaca oleracea extract. First applied histamine to both two arms, after 3-5 minutes erythema and itching appeared. Then applied 0.5% of portulaca oleracea extract water solution on the right arm, applied only water on the left arm. Erythema and itching on the right arm was improved, and the situation was much better than the left arm.
- Anti-inflammation
Purslane is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids, as an unsaturated fatty acid, are important anti-inflammatory ingredients in human skin. It can contract vascular smooth muscle. So portulaca oleracea extract has the effect of soothing skin inflammation, inhibiting skin itching caused by dryness. It has a good therapeutic effect on purulent skin problems such as acne and pimple.
- Anti-oxidation
Purslane is abundant in antioxidants that fight free radicals, destroy DNA and cause skin cell death. Free radicals promote aging by destroying skin’s natural protective barrier. Antioxidants such as vitamins A, B1, B2 and C in portulaca oleracea extract can neutralize free radicals and prevent wrinkles and fine lines. In addition, an article in BioMed Research International shows that the portulaca oleracea extract contains three powerful antioxidants (vitamin E, C and carotene); the antioxidants brighten skin and reduce skin damage caused by UV rays, thus delaying signs of skin aging.
- Skin-Whitening
When cells are damaged by ultraviolet light, tyrosinase oxidizes tyrosine, then causing pigmentation. Portulaca oleracea extract inhibits tyrosinase activity and prevents melanin synthesis. It protects skin from light, with a certain whitening effect.
6. Plamed Portulaca Oleracea Extract Characteristics
- Plamed owns self-control high quality purslane planting base, which can guarantee a stable supply.
- Plamed Portulaca Oleracea Extract’s color is more transparent, compared to other manufacturers.
- Water-soluble, suitable for cosmetic production
7. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Application & Reference Dosage
Portulaca Oleracea Extract is widely used in anti-allergic and skin-soothing cosmetics, including spray, toner, lotion, essence, face cream. Also it can be used in slimming cosmetics, shower gel, hair care products (anti-pruritic and anti-dandruff).
| Application Product | Reference Dosage |
| Toner, lotion, essence, face cream, etc. | 0.05-1% |
Portulaca Oleracea Extract application cases in major cosmetic brands in the world:
| Country | Brand | Product |
| Japan | MUJI | Light Toning Water-Light
Moisturizing Milk Light Sensitive Skin Light Toning Water-Moist |
| Korea | AHC | Hydra Soother Mask |
| SULWHASOO | Essential Balancing Water Ex
First Care Activating Serum Ex Essential Balancing Emulsion |
|
| SU：M37 | Water-Full Skin RefresherSecret Programming Essence Advanced Sync Program | |
| LEADERS | Aqua Ringer Skin Clinic Mask | |
| INNISFREE | Eco Safety UV Perfect Waterproof Sun-block | |
| HOLA | Lemon Myrtle Moisturizing Hydrosol
Lemon Myrtle Moisturizing Sleeping Mask Lemon Myrtle Moisturizing Eye Cream |
|
| WHOO | The History Of Whoo Cheongidan Hwa Hyun Essence | |
| MISSHA | Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence | |
| China | Winona | Anti-sensitive Moisturizing Toner
Sun Block Milk SPF30 PA+++ Anti-redness Rich Moisturizing Cream |
| Pechoin | Moistening Vibrant And Hydrating Mask
Aqua Energy Shining Emulsion |
|
| KANS | Pomegranate Moisture Lotion | |
| PROYA | Aqua Secret Pore Minimizer | |
| France | OLEVA | Smoothing Essence Water |
8. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Reference Formula
Toner:
| Ingredient | Content (%) | Ingredient | Content (%) | |
| A Phase | Portulaca Oleracea Extract | 2 | Ethanol | 1 |
| Rose Hydrosol | 30 | Preservative | Appreciate | |
| B Phase | Glycerin | 5 | Water | Add to 100 |
Preparation method:
①Adding B phase ingredients orderly into primary container, heating to 80~85℃.
②Stir evenly until fully dissolving , keep warm for 20min and start to cool down.
③Cool to below 45℃, and in sequence add A phase ingredients, stir well.
④Cool down to room temperature and then filter.
9. Portulaca Oleracea Extract Safety
- Portulaca Oleracea Extract has been listed in the directory of International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI).
- The safety of Portulaca Oleracea Extract is tested in Safety Standards for Cosmetics (2015 edition); and it has no known insecurity for external use.
- RBC hemolysis experiment result of Portulaca Oleracea Extract shows that its hemolysis rate is less than 10% at different concentrations. So it indicates that Portulaca Oleracea Extract has low irritation and high safety. It can be added safely in skin care products.
10. Packing and Storage
Package for Powder
Package: Packed in 25kg paper drums with two plastic bags inside.
Storage: Stored in a cool dry place and away from direct sunlight and oxidizing agents.
Plamed focuses on natural cosmetic ingredients for more than 10 years. We have founded four subsidiary companies, which respectively develops different kinds of cosmetic raw material. Plamed is a company whose CEO is designated as the first secretary general of Shaanxi Plant Extraction Association.
As a professional Portulaca Oleracea Extract manufacturer, Plamed have been constantly upgrading the production process. We firmly believe that good Portulaca Oleracea Extract and good Portulaca Oleracea Extract price will help customers make good terminal products and help customers win a lasting and broad market.
