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PhytoTrace™ Saffron

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PhytoTrace™ Saffron Hydroglycerin botanical extract is obtained by maceration, a cold process that preserves heat-sensitive phytochemicals and renders extracts matching, as best as possible, the pool of phytochemicals in the plant. The farmers follow a high standard of agricultural practices in terms of sustainability, environmental responsibility, and plant cultivation.

INCI Name: Crocus Sativus Flower Extract

Functions: Anti-Aging Agent, Anti-Pigmentation Agent, Antioxidant, Toning Agent

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Plant Origin

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Palm Oil-free, Pesticide-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS

Benefit Claims: Anti-Aging, Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant Properties, Invigorating, Moisturizing, SPF Enhancement, Skin Lightening, Soothing, Toning

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Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin
CAS No.
84604-17-1
EC No.
283-295-0

Features & Benefits

Product Features & Benefits
  • Using manually peeled petals from cultivars of Alpes-de-Haute Provence, France
  • COSMOS approved
  • No pesticides used
  • Extracted using traditional maceration methods
  • Energy efficient, cold process extraction

Known benefits of saffron:

  • Rich in tannins, flavonoids, and anthocyanins
  • Anti-aging properties
  • Hyperpigmentation care properties

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Skin Care Applications
Use Level
0.2 - 10%
Instruction for Use

Add to water phase or at the end of the formulation.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Characteristic
Appearance
Clear brown to brown liquid
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Natural Origin Index1.0
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 20°C)1.070 - 1.160g/cm³
pH4 - 6
Refractive Index (at 20°C)1.350 - 1.410
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bacteriamax. 500per ml
Yeast and Mouldsmax. 10per ml
EnterobacteriaAbsentper ml
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Glycerin40 - 60%
Water40 - 60%
Potassium Sorbate0.2%
Sodium Benzoate0.2%
Citric Acid0.2%

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Standards & Certifications
  • Biodegradable
  • Clean Beauty Preferred
  • Non-palm Derived
  • China IECIC Listed
  • Halal Certified by INFANCA
  • Vegan & Cruelty-free
  • Kosher Compliant

Technical Details & Test Data

Manufacturing Process & Composition

This extract is obtained by filtration, after a long maceration and stirring of the plant in a preserved mixture of water and glycerin at room temperature.

  • Preservatives: Potassium Sorbate + Sodium Benzoate + Citric Acid
  • Concentration in plant: 3% in weight at the beginning of maceration

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Years