Butcher's Broom Extract
Botanical Source: Ruscus aculeatus L.
Plant Part Used: Bark, 100% Natural
Active Ingredient Markers: Ruscosaponins
Appearance: Fine Brownish Yellow Powder
Analysis Items |
Specifications |
Results |
Methods used |
Identification |
Positive |
Conforms |
TLC |
Appearance |
Fine Brownish Yellow Powder |
Conforms |
Visual test |
Odor & Taste |
Characteristic |
Conforms |
Organoleptic test |
Bulk Density |
40-55g/100ml |
Conforms |
ASTM D1895B |
Particle Size |
98% through 80 mesh |
Conforms |
AOAC 973.03 |
Solubility |
Partially soluble in hydro-alcoholic solution |
Conforms |
Visual |
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Assay |
NLT 20% Ruscosaponins |
22.40% |
UV-VIS |
Loss on Drying |
NMT 5.0% |
3.39% |
USP |
Ash Content |
NMT 5.0% |
2.29% |
2g /525ºC /3hrs |
Extract Solvents |
80% Grain Alcohol(V/V) |
Conforms |
/ |
Solvent Residues |
NMT 0.01% |
Conforms |
USP-GC |
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Heavy Metals |
NMT 10ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Arsenic (As) |
NMT 1ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Lead (Pb) |
NMT 2ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Cadmium (Cd) |
NMT 0.1ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Mercury (Hg) |
NMT 0.1ppm |
Conforms |
Atomic Absorption |
Functions:
Studies on the activation of cathepsin have shown that it can enhance skin metabolism and has the effect of slowing down aging; activating luciferase, indicating that it has anti-inflammatory properties; promoting the production of hyaluronic acid, indicating that it has good moisturizing properties.
False leaf tree is a dwarf evergreen shrub in Europe. The extract contains a variety of saponins. The root extract can promote blood circulation, which can be used to lighten dark circles and help eliminate puffiness; shrink pores and temporarily inhibit sweat and oil. Secretion, can be used for anti-sweat, acne and other products. In addition, the root extract inhibits inflammation, relieves itching, erythema, and pain, and is suitable for use in soothing anti-inflammatory products.