ECLIPTA PROSTRATA EXTRACT - NexTrac®ECLIPTA ALBA W LC

INTRODUCTION TO ECLIPTA

Eclipta, also known as False Daisy or Bhringraj, is a familiar plant in traditional Vietnamese medicine. According to folk practices, the plant has been used to help stop bleeding and address certain health concerns, such as coughs, burns, and boils. These traditional uses have also been discussed in research literature on Eclipta prostrata.

Today, Eclipta continues to be studied for its chemical composition and biological activities. Research on this plant has investigated various plant compounds, as well as its antioxidant potential and other biological activities. From traditional uses to modern scientific research, Eclipta is increasingly attracting attention as a plant-derived resource for potential applications in cosmetics.

WHAT IS ECLIPTA EXTRACT?

Eclipta Extract (Eclipta prostrata Extract) is an ingredient obtained by extracting constituents from the Eclipta plant. Its composition may vary depending on the plant parts used and the extraction method.

Scientific studies have identified several groups of compounds in Eclipta, including flavonoids, polyphenols, coumestans, and saponins. Some extracts and isolated compounds from the plant have demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities in experimental models (1)(2). In addition, research has explored Eclipta’s potential applications in hair care and its role in supporting improvements in skin pigmentation (2).

KEY BENEFITS

Antioxidant: 

- The antioxidant activity of Eclipta Extract increases with concentration, indicating its potential to help protect hair follicles and hair fibers against oxidative stress.

Anti-inflammatory: 

- The extract has demonstrated the ability to inhibit protein denaturation, suggesting potential applications in scalp care and sensitive skin formulations.

Antibacterial:

- The extract has shown inhibitory activity against certain bacterial strains, including MRSA and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, with efficacy increasing alongside concentration (3).

APPLICATIONS

NexTrac™ ECLIPTA ALBA W LC Eclipta Extract is suitable for use in skin and hair care formulations, such as:

• Hair and scalp care: Shampoos and scalp care products.
• Skin care: Creams, body lotions, and facial and body cleansers.
• Sensitive skin care formulations: Products developed with a soothing skin care focus, based on the studied biological properties of the extract.

REFERENCES

[1] Park, S. H., Park, S. H., Kim, M. S., Cha, J. Y., & Lee, B. S. (2018). Potent antioxidative and UVB protective effect of water extract of Eclipta prostrata L. Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology, 16(3), 391–402.

[2] Meenatchi, P. P., & Shanmugasundaram, P. (2024). Unlocking therapeutic potential: Comprehensive extraction, profiling, and pharmacological evaluation of bioactive compounds from Eclipta alba (L.) Hassk. for dermatological applications. ACS Omega, 9(12), 14210–14225.

[3] Kumar, R., Sharma, A., & Singh, P. (2023). In silico and in vitro screening constituents of Eclipta alba leaf extract to reveal antimicrobial potential. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 305, 116120.