Article: Punica Granatum Extract

Jun 24, 2020ingredients

Punica Granatum Extract

Derived from: pomegranates
Pronunciation: \ˈpyünə̇kə grə-ˈnāt-əm\
Type: Naturally-derived
Other names: Pomegranate fruit extract

What Is Punica Granatum extract?

Pomegranate fruit extract is derived from the pomegranate fruit, which has a thick husk and small pockets of edible seeds and juice inside. Pomegranate is believed to have originated in Iran but is grown in northern India, China, the United States and the Mediterranean area. The fruit grows on trees that are five to eight meters tall.^[1]

What Does Punica Granatum extract Do in Our products?

Pomegranate fruit extract is a fragrance agent, as well as a skin-conditioner.^[2,3]We use the ingredient in our bubble bath. However, pomegranate extract can also be found in sunscreen, shampoo, moisturizer, soap, makeup and many other products.^[4]

Why Puracy Uses Punica Granatum extract

The Cosmetics Ingredients Review has deemed that plant-derived phytosterols, including pomegranate oil, are not irritants or sensitizers in humans.^[7]Research shows that pomegranate is an antioxidant and may have anti-inflammatory properties.^[8,9,10,11]Research also suggests that the fruit’s flower extract could help burns heal.^[12]Whole Foods has deemed the ingredient acceptable in its body care and cleaning product quality standards.^[13,14]

How Punica Granatum extract Is Made

Pomegranate extract typically is produced by blending an aqueous suspension from pomegranate husks, removing the solids, and then absorbing the desired extract onto a resin. The resin is then removed with ethanol or methanol, and the solvent is then evaporated, leaving the extract. Other methods use various forms of filters, vacuums, pasteurization or reconcentration.^[5,6]