Description
Description
Curcumin/Turmeric Extract Powder is a curcuminoid-rich botanical active derived from Curcuma longa. Its intense yellow-orange color and conjugated diketone/polyphenol structure give it strong antioxidant identity, but also make solubility and color management central to successful cosmetic formulation.
Chemical & Technical Profile
INCI / IdentityCurcuma Longa Root Extract / Curcumin-rich extractCAS No.458-37-7 for curcumin; extract has no single CASMolecular FormulaC21H20O6 for curcuminMolecular Weight368.38 g/mol for curcuminPhysical FormYellow to deep orange powderSolubilityVery low water solubility; dispersible in oils, solvents, or carrier systemsFunctional CategoryCurcuminoid botanical antioxidant
Mechanism of Action / Technical Function
Curcumin can donate hydrogen to reactive radicals, chelate transition metals, and participate in redox signaling. Experimental literature also examines modulation of inflammatory pathways. In cosmetic use, the directly relevant functions are antioxidant, soothing-oriented, and tone-supportive; the extract should not be presented as a therapeutic anti-inflammatory drug.
Formulation Guidelines
Do not add curcumin-rich powder directly to water. Use a compatible oil, glycol, alcohol, solubilizer, encapsulation system, or pre-dispersion. In emulsions, incorporate through the oil or solvent phase and expect visible yellow coloration. Avoid strongly alkaline pH, prolonged heat, and intense light. Staining potential should be evaluated on skin, fabrics, and packaging surfaces.
Compatibility & Stability
Monitor color, precipitation, sediment, odor, and active stability. Curcumin is sensitive to light and alkaline degradation. Transparent packaging accelerates photochemical change and should be compared with opaque controls during stability.
R&D, Scale-Up & Quality Control
For Curcumin / Turmeric Extract Powder, incoming and in-process QC should control curcuminoid color intensity, dispersion, and precipitation. Pilot transfer should lock Turmeric/Curcumin carrier preparation, light protection, and control of staining/phase distribution, because these variables directly influence reproducibility. Release the formulation only after the finished system remains uniformly colored without sediment or excessive photodegradation.
Packaging, Shipping & Storage
Supplied in a sealed aluminum pouch. Store tightly closed, cool, dry, and protected from direct light, oxygen, and humidity.
Applications
Antioxidant serums, soothing creams, facial masks, body care, scalp products, botanical emulsions, and color-compatible turmeric formulations.
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