● What is Psoralea Corylifolia Extract ?
Psoralea corylifolia extract is derived from the dried mature fruit of the leguminous plant Psoralea corylifolia. It is native to Southeast Asia and is now mainly produced in Sichuan, Henan, Shaanxi and other places in China. Its fruit is flat and kidney-shaped, with a black or dark brown surface and a pungent and bitter taste. Modern preparation technology extracts its active ingredients through supercritical CO₂ extraction or biological enzyme low-temperature extraction to make yellow-brown powder or high-purity extracts. The product specifications include multiple grades such as bakuchiol content ≥60%, ≥90%, ≥95%, etc.
The core components of psoralen corylifolia extract include:
Coumarins: such as psoralen and isopsoralen, which have photosensitivity and anti-tumor activity and are key ingredients for the treatment of vitiligo.
Flavones: psoralen A, B, etc., have antioxidant and cardiovascular protective effects.
Monoterpenoids: such as bakuchiol, because of its structure similar to retinol, it has become a natural anti-aging ingredient in the cosmetics field.
Volatile Oils And Fatty Acids: have antibacterial and metabolic regulation functions.
Studies have shown that psoralen can induce DNA repair mechanisms and promote melanin production under ultraviolet activation. This property is widely used in the treatment of skin diseases.
●What Are The Benefits Of Psoralea Corylifolia Extract ?
1.Warming The Kidney And Boosting Yang And Reproductive Health
Traditional Chinese medicine is used to treat impotence, spermatorrhea, and diarrhea caused by kidney yang deficiency. It is often used with Sishen Pills (Psoralea corylifolia, Schisandra chinensis, Evodia rutaecarpa, etc.) to significantly improve spleen and kidney deficiency and coldness.
2.Treatment Of Skin Diseases
Psoralen inhibits abnormal proliferation of epidermal cell DNA through phototoxic reaction. It is clinically used to treat vitiligo, psoriasis and alopecia areata, with an effective rate of over 60%.
3.Anti-Tumor And Immune Regulation
Psoralen can inhibit the growth of S180 ascites cancer and liver cancer cells, while enhancing macrophage activity and assisting lung cancer treatment.
4.Cardiovascular And Anti-Aging
Psoralen dilates coronary arteries and improves myocardial blood supply; its antioxidant capacity delays cell aging by scavenging free radicals.
What Are The Applications Of Psoralea Corylifolia Extract ?
1.Medical Field
●Prescription drugs: used for vitiligo injections and oral preparations for psoriasis, combined with ultraviolet therapy to improve efficacy.
●Chinese patent medicines: such as Sishen Pills for treating chronic diarrhea and Qing’e Pills for improving osteoporosis.
2.Cosmetics And Personal Care
●Anti-aging products: Bakuchiol is a substitute for retinol, added to essences and creams to reduce wrinkles and enhance the skin barrier, with a market share of over 60%.
●Sunscreen and repair: Synergistic psoralea corylifolia extract with zinc oxide to enhance ultraviolet protection and reduce photoaging damage.
3.Functional Foods And Health Products
●Develop liver protection tablets and anti-fatigue capsules to regulate metabolism and immunity for sub-healthy people.
4.Agriculture And Environmental Protection
●Explore its antibacterial properties for plant disease prevention and control, and the development of biodegradable materials.
As a natural ingredient, psoralea corylifolia extract is widely used in health foods, functional foods, medicine and beauty fields due to its multi-target and high safety properties.
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Post time: May-24-2025
