Frulix Cajá
A highly concentrated ingredient produced without addition of solvents.
INCI NAME
Spondias Mombin Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate
Frulix Cajá
Antioxidant for skin and hair cares
Caja pulp has a strong yellow color and contains significant amounts of antioxidant compounds such as phenolics, carotenoids, tannins, and vitamin C. Phenolic compounds have antioxidant action on oxidative stress of the skin due to the ability to neutralize free radicals being molecules associated with the prevention of skin damage. Carotenoids are also antioxidants and act in photosensitivity disorders, such as erythema. The pulp also has a significant concentration of Vitamin C. Antioxidant molecules also act to prevent damage to hair fibers. UVA radiation on the hair causes the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Studies show that this photo oxidation involves breaking the bonds between carbon and sulfur (CS) of proteins. It also causes oxidation of lipids (important for hydrophobicity and protection of the hair) and degradation of melanin. The mechanical properties of the thread are impaired when the cysteine oxidation to cystic acid occurs. Regarding macrominerals, caja has a high magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus content.
The caja tree
With one of the most incredible biodiversity in the world, Brazil has numerous fruit species, including the caja tree that belongs to the Anacardiaceae family, Spondias genus. Caja tree is found in the tropical areas of America, Asia, Africa, and in Brazil mainly in the regions North and Northeast. It produces a fruit known as cajá or taperebá (Spondias mombin L) in Brazil; ciruela amarilla in Mexico and Ecuador; jobo in Central America and hog plum or yellow mombin in North America.
As a very concentrated product, FRULIX CAJÁ should be used in smaller concentrations than those normally used when making formulas with convetional extracts.
Functions
The phenolic compounds and carotenoids present in FRULIX CAJÁ contribute to the improvement of the elasticity of the skin and have antioxidant and dermoprotecting activity. FRULIX CAJÁ is also recommended for formulations of hair care products for its protective and nutritive qualities.
Usage levels
FRULIX CAJÁ is compatible with the majority of ingredients used in cosmetic formulations for the treatment of skin and hair and may be incorporated cold, directly into the aqueous phase of the formulas, in accordance with the suggestions of usage levels found in the table below. It is stable at temperatures up to 90°C, in pH conditions from 4.00 to 11.00.
| PRODUCT | % |
| Moisturizing cream | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Moisturizing lotion | 0.2 to 0.6 |
| Night cream | 0.5 to 1.0 |
| Nutritive cream | 0.5 to 1.0 |
| Shampoo | 0.2 to 0.4 |
| Conditioner | 0.2 to 0.4 |
| Hair mask | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Leave-on | 0.3 to 1.0 |
Frulix exclusive process
1. The Technology
FRULIX is obtained through an exclusive biotechnological process that mimics the natural ripening of the fruit. Using the native enzymes that change the texture of the fruit during its ripening, it is possible to transform its pulp into a crystalline liquid.
2. Production of enzymes
The fruits are harvested, washed and processed into a paste. The slurry is inoculated with microorganisms and the semi-solid mass is placed to ferment. The mixture is separated and the enzymes are removed from the wort.
3. Processing the fruits
The fruits are harvested, washed and processed into the pulp. Seeds and bark are discarded. The pulp is inoculated with the Frulix Enzymes. The residues (fibers, solids) are removed and FRULIX is obtained. The product is stabilized and preserved.
4. Frulix
The clear liquid from the separation step receives preservatives, mixture and filling.
