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Identification & Functionality
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Features & Benefits
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Applications & Uses
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- Application Format
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Use Level
- 2.0 % - 5.0 %
- Application pH Range
- 3.0 – 10.0
- Mode of Action
- All herbal extracts contained in Sedaplant Richter are described as having anti-inflammatory effects. Fennel extract produces an anti-inflammatory effect and is free from irritants, so it is used for external treatment of inflammations around the eye (1). In vitro, an anti-mutagenic activity was observed (3). Hop extract has a soothing effect, and the bitter component, humulon, has proved to inhibit inflammation (13). The antiphlogistic (anti-inflammatory) effect of camomile extract is due to different terpenoids and flavonoids that penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin (8). In addition to inflammation-inhibiting effects, camomile extract promotes granulation by stimulating oxidative phosphorylation in the skin (12). Balm-mint is known for its soothing and spasmolytic effects and has also been reported to produce an anti-viral effect on Herpes simplex (2). Caffeic acid, contained in balm-mint extract, and mistletoe extracts proved to have antitumoral effects (4, 6). Mistletoe extract unspecifically stimulates the immune system by stimulating cytokine production (5). Yarrow extract was found to produce anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effects, among them against Staphylococcus aureus (9).
- By adding urea to this polyvalent herbal extract, the effect of the plant-derived ingredients is completed by a moisturizing effect. Urea produces a water-retaining effect at the skin surface, thus reducing transepidermal water loss (10, 11). Like the herbal extracts, urea also proved to produce an anti-irritant effect (7). The same applies to allantoin which additionally enhances epithelization and granulation.
- Recommended Uses
- As polyvalent herbal extract plus anti-irritants in an aqueous-alcoholic medium, Sedaplant Richter is intended for application to sensitive skin (mainly baby skin and easily irritated adult skin). Also suitable for universal care of every type of skin with herbs.
- Preparations with Sedaplant Richter are likewise suitable for application to sensitive and easily irritated scalps, and for the maintenance care of hair.
- It can be used in aqueous and aqueous-alcoholic herbal cosmetics. Sedaplant Richter may also be incorporated in emulsified preparations (creams, liquid emulsions) but such emulsified cosmetics have a brownish-yellow tinge. The intensity of tinge depends on the dosage of Sedaplant Richter and the amount of bases present (oily components, emulsifiers).
- Processing
In the manufacture of aqueous-alcoholic preparations Sedaplant Richter is added to the alcohol- water mixture. In the manufacture of bath preparations and shampoos Sedaplant Richter is added to the finished mass. Cosmetics with Sedaplant Richter have a brownish-yellow tinge. Cosmetics with Sedaplant Richter may be perfumed without difficulty.
Properties
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Safety & Health
- Physiological Safety
The toxicological results listed below were obtained with a quality of Sedaplant Richter containing 0.3% Phenonip. Omission of the preservative is not expected to have any negative effect on the test results.
Acute oral toxicity
LD50 oral: > 20 ml per kg bodyweight (rat).
Sedaplant Richter is hence to be designated as non-toxic.Eye irritation potential
Sedaplant Richter has undergone the Draize test. There is no objection to the application of Sedaplant Richter in the vicinity of the eyes.
Skin tolerance
Experience has shown that in the recommended dosages for cosmetic preparations Sedaplant Richter is non-irritant to intact skin.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
Pack size: 1 kg; 5 kg; 25 kg
Sample size: 50 g
Storage & Handling
- Storage And Handling
Cellar to room temperature (15 - 25° C), in well-closed containers, protected from light. Under these conditions Sedaplant Richter is stable for at least 1 year. Once opened, product packs should be fully used.