Pleiotanicals - Volpura EPO (R10125) - Biocogent

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,
Echinacea Purpurea Extract,
Squalane
Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin,
Plant Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Anti-Aging Agent
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Skin Actives
Cosmetic Ingredients — Vitamins, Extracts & Oils
Botanical Ingredients & Extracts

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Anti-Aging,
Anti-Inflammatory,
Anti-Sagging,
Anti-Wrinkle,
Calming,
Compatibility,
Fine Lines Reduction,
Firming,
Formula Stability,
Healthy-Looking Skin,
Improves Skin Elasticity,
Plumping,
Promotes Youthful Skin,
Reduces Crow’s Feet,
Rejuvenating,
Skin Strengthening Effect,
Smooths Wrinkles,
Soothing,
Suitable for Sensitive Skin,
Volumizing,
Wrinkle Prevention,
Wrinkle Refinement
Labeling Claims: Naturally Derived,
Plant-Based,
Preservative-free
Key Benefits: Benefit Claims:

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.
Compatibility Information: Volpura® EPO is compatible with most conventional ingredients used in skincare products.

Volpura® EPO has proven efficacy and stability in formulations requiring elevated temperatures up to 85°C for 6 hours.

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Skin Care
Application Format: Balm,
Creams,
Leave On,
Oil,
Stick
Color Cosmetic Applications: BB Creams,
CC Cream,
Lip Balm,
Lip Care Products,
Lip Gloss,
Lipstick
Skin Care Applications: Anti-Aging Products,
Anti-Wrinkle Cream,
Body Oil,
Facial Oil,
Hand Cream
Use Level: 1 - 3 %
Applications: Volumizing and plumping formulas

Hot pour/hot cast products: Lipsticks, lip balms, lip glosses

Anti-wrinkle formulations for expression lines in the forehead and the nasolabial fold area

Facial contouring, re-firming, and plumping regimens 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

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

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity	0.82 - 0.84	-	-
Refractive Index	1.44 - 1.46	-	-

Technical Details & Test Data

Change in Appearance Comparison: Diminished appearance of facial wrinkles:

Volpura® EPO is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Heat Stability Comparison: Heat stability by alkylamide:

Safety & Health

Safety Information: Human Repeat Insult Patch Testing (HRIPT) under semi-occlusive conditions indicated that Volpura® EPO is not a primary skin irritant or a primary skin sensitizer at recommended use levels.

Ocular irritation testing predicted that Volpura® EPO would be a Minimal ocular irritant at recommended use levels.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 12 months
Storage Conditions: Volpura® EP should be stored at room temperature in original packaging, protected from light.

Protect from extended cold storage and freezing.