Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower

Product Description

Our Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract is high-purity safflower botanical material from direct factory supply, processed from authenticated Carthamus tinctorius L. inflorescences with batch COA traceability for cosmetic formulators.

Hydroxysafflor yellow A, carthamin, and safflor flavonoids modulate tyrosinase activity, scavenge ROS, and support humectant conditioning in aqueous serums without synthetic dye substitutes.

CosIng-listed safflower flower extract meets K-beauty hydration-brightening demand, offering HSYA-standardized botanical depth beyond generic safflower seed oil emollients.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
• CAS No.: 223749-52-8
• Botanical Source: Carthamus tinctorius L. (Asteraceae), flower (Typical)
• Extraction Solvent: Water / ethanol (Typical)
• Active Marker: Hydroxysafflor yellow A (HSYA), carthamin, total flavonoids (Typical)
• Extraction Ratio: 10:1 (Typical)
• Appearance: Yellow to orange-red liquid (Typical, pH-dependent hue)
• Solubility: Soluble in water and glycols; limited in oils (Typical)
• Suggested pH: 5.0–7.0 in finished formulas (Typical)
• Assay Method: HPLC-UV for HSYA and total flavonoids (Typical)
• Shelf Life: 24 months sealed, below 25°C (Typical)
• Standard Packaging: 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg drums (Typical)
• Storage: Tightly sealed, cool, dry, away from light (Typical)
• Regulatory Status: Listed in CosIng (REF 55092); EC 607-037-7; skin conditioning
• Quality & Testing: Microbial limits, heavy metals, pesticide screen per Typical COA
• Compliance Note: For cosmetic use only; patch test advised; natural pigment may tint formulas

Key Benefits & Applications

Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract delivers safflower flavonoid actives for formulators building hydrating, tone-evening, and antioxidant skincare lines.

• HSYA modulates tyrosinase activity for tone-evening water-based serums and brightening essences.
• Flavonoid antioxidants scavenge ROS and limit oxidative stress in daily antioxidant day care.
• Polysaccharide-flavonoid profile supports deep hydration in creams, lotions, and mask bases.
• Safflower flower actives enhance skin radiance and glow in first-essence and mist systems.
• Chalcone-rich extract calms reactive skin in soothing post-sun and sensitive-skin formulas.

Formulation Guidelines

Use at 2–5% w/w in water-based hydrating and brightening systems; maintain pH 5.0–7.0 and add below 40°C to preserve HSYA markers.

• Recommended use level: 2–5% in essences, toners, creams, and sheet-mask serums.
• Optimal formula pH: 5.0–7.0 to stabilize HSYA and safflor yellow pigments.
• Add during cool-down below 40°C to minimize heat-sensitive flavonoid degradation.
• Compatible with niacinamide and panthenol in aqueous brightening-hydrating bases.
• Natural pigment may tint formulas orange-red above pH 7; adjust colorants accordingly.
• Synergy: Layer Hyaluronic Acid beneath HSYA-rich extract for stacked humectant and tone support in water-based serums.