FRULIX MELANCIA (Watermelon)
FRULIX MELANCIA (Watermelon) is obtained through an exclusive biotechnological process that mimics the natural ripening of fruit. Using the fruits’ native enzymes ASSESSA transforms its pulp into a crystalline liquid with all the active ingredients of the fruit, in concentrations equivalent to those found in nature. Is a highly concentrated ingredient produced without the adition of solvents.
FRULIX MELANCIA (Watermelon) possesses hydrating and nutritional properties for use in hair care products. It is also ideal for use with moisturizing and anti-aging products for the treatment of the skin.
Watermelon
Watermelon is a creeping plant of the Cucurbitaceae family. It possesses triangular and trilobulate leaves and small yellowish flowers, producing a roundish or elongated fruit, with succulent, sweet red pulp and multiple flat, black seeds.
The pulp has a high water content (around 90%) and a diameter which varies between 25 and 75cm. Its skin is a smooth, shiny light green, with darker green streaks running along it lengthwise.
Watermelon is a highly refreshing fruit, ideal for consumption during periods of hot weather.
As a more concentrated product, FRULIX MELANCIA (Watermelon) should be used in smaller concentrations than those normally used when making formulas with conventional extracts.
Properties
In addition to being rich in hydrating mucilages, watermelon also possesses sugars, complex B vitamins and mineral salts, such as calcium, phosphorous and iron. Its pulp contains lycopenes and glutathione – powerful antioxidants.
FRULIX MELANCIA (Watermelon) possesses hydrating and nutritional properties and is recommended in hair-care products, especially for conditioning dry hair.
The fruit’s properties make FRULIX MELANCIA (Watermelon) ideal for use in products with moisturizing and anti-aging appeal for skin treatment.
Applications
Skin Care Products
- Emulsions
- Masks
- Serums
- Mature skin products
- Liquid and bar soaps
Hair Care Products
- Shampoos
- Conditioners
- Hair masks
- Leave on and serums
USAGE LEVELS
FRULIX MELANCIA (Watermelon) is compatible with ingredients used in cosmetic formulations for skin and hair, and may be incorporated cold, directly into the aqueous phase of the formulas, in accordance with the suggestions for concentration found in the table below. It is stable at temperatures of up to 90°C, in pH conditions from 4.00 to 11.00.
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.
