Spinach is a leafy plant with a well-documented phytochemical profile, extensively described in nutritional, cosmetic, and pharmacognostic literature. Leaf extracts are used as ingredients in botanical-based products.
Properties of spinach extract
Spinach leaves are a natural source of compounds such as polyphenols, flavonoids, carotenoids (including lutein and β-carotene), chlorophylls, as well as vitamins and minerals characteristic of green plant parts. In formulation practice, spinach leaf extract is used as an ingredient supporting the antioxidant profile of the formulation and compositions aimed at protection against environmental factors.
The raw material aligns with the concept of “botanical,” “plant-based,” and “green” products, where plant origin and transparent ingredient composition play a significant role.
Applications of spinach leaf extract
Spinach leaf extract is used as an ingredient in:
- face and body care cosmetics,
- protective and anti-aging formulations,
- plant extract-based products,
- dietary supplements and powder blends.
The scope of application and dosage level depend on the formulation and function of the final product.
