Volpura - EP (R10098) - Biocogent - Echinacea Purpurea Extract

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Identification & Functionality

Carrier: Propanediol
INCI Name: Echinacea Purpurea Extract
Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin,
Plant Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Anti-Aging Agent,
Firming Agent,
Volumizing Agent
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Hair Actives,
Skin Actives
Origin: Volpura® EP is plant-derived active produced from Echinacea purpurea, rich in a mix of active compounds, including fatty acid alkylamides

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Anti-Aging,
Anti-Inflammatory,
Anti-Wrinkle,
Calming,
Compatibility,
Fine Lines Reduction,
Firming,
Improves Skin Elasticity,
Plumping,
Promotes Youthful Skin,
Reduces Crow’s Feet,
Rejuvenating,
Smoothing,
Soothing,
Structuring,
Suitable for Sensitive Skin,
Volumizing,
Wrinkle Refinement
Labeling Claims: Gluten-free,
Natural,
Naturally Derived,
Non-Irritant,
Not Tested on Animals,
Plant-Based,
Preservative-free,
Sustainable,
Vegan
Benefits & Claims: Plant-derived active produced from Echinacea purpurea using a dual-phase proprietary extraction process
Activates PPAR-γ, the master regulator of adipogenesis
Increases fat production by stimulating pre-adipocyte differentiation into adipocytes
Inhibits inflammation through the modulation of TNF-α and COX-2 activity
Increased expression of six genes important for skin strength and health Clinical trial results showed:
Improvements of aging parameters in all three photographed areas: crow’s feet, nasolabial fold & forehead
44% increase in elasticity
14% increase in firmness
Noticeable plumping effects on the face & back of the hands

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Skin Care
Application Format: Creams,
Leave On,
Oil
Color Cosmetic Applications: BB Creams,
CC Cream,
Contour
Skin Care Applications: Anti-Aging Products,
Body Oil,
Facial Oil,
Hand Cream
Use Level: 1 - 3%
Applications: Anti-wrinkle formulations for expression lines in the forehead and the nasolabial fold areas
Facial contouring, re-firming, and plumping regimes to treat age-related lipoatrophy
Eye (peri-orbital lines) and lip contour products
Rejuvenating skin care products for neck and décolletage
Breast volumizing and buttocks sculpting formulations
Anti-aging hand creams
BB creams, CC creams, and color formulations
Soothing and calming for sensitive skin
Compatibility and Formulation: Volpura® EP is compatible with most conventional ingredients used in skincare products. Add in the last step of formulation when temperature is below 50° C. Mix well before use.

Properties

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: California Proposition 65
Regulatory Information: This product has not been tested on animals, and our company adheres to the written provisions of such animal rights organizations as Leaping Bunny and Cruelty/Free International.

This product contains no animal products. It is manufactured using only plant based or synthetically derived (non-animal origin) materials and is thereby declared a Vegan Product.

All materials used to produce this product are procured using sustainable sourcing practices.

This product is manufactured in accordance with the current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements established by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for cosmetics. Furthermore, Biocogent, LLC, and this production facility(ies), are registered as cosmetic manufactures with the FDA.

REACH compliance: All of the ingredients (substances) used in the manufacture of this product (mixture)are either registered under REACH, or qualify for an Article 2 (low volume of less than 1 metric ton), Annex IV or Annex V exemption, making our product REACH compliant.

Proposition 65 compliance: Based upon Biocogent LLC’s knowledge of our business operations and chemical formulations, no chemicals listed by the State of California Environmental Protection Agency are used in our products, or as a processing aid for any product manufactured in our facility.

Technical Details & Test Data

Test Data: Stimulation of Fat Production in Cell Culture

When present at 0.3%, Volpura® EP increases fat production to five times the level in untreated cells.

Diminished Appearance of Facial Wrinkles

Volpura® EP is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Safety & Health

Safety: Human Repeat Insult Patch Testing (HRIPT) under semi-occlusive conditions indicated that Volpura® EP is not a primary skin irritant or a primary skin sensitizer at recommended use levels. EpiOcularTM testing predicted that Volpura® EP would be a Minimal ocular irritant at recommended use levels.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 18 Months
Storage Condition: Volpura® EP should be stored at room temperature in original packaging, protected from light. Protect from extended cold storage and freezing.