Sophora Japonica Extract

Product Details

Sophora japonica (Japanese Pagoda Tree) extract is derived from the flower buds and fruits of the tree. It’s rich in flavonoids, particularly rutin and quercetin, contains significant amounts of triterpenoids, as well as vitamin C and vitamin P, and has been used traditionally in East Asian medicine for centuries, particularly in Chinese medicine.

Applications

• Antioxidant properties and Anti-inflammatory effects. The extract help protect against environmental damage and can help soothe irritated skin.
• It can promote blood circulation, stimulate bile production, help reduce the dose of hemodialysis, and prevent cataracts;
• It can chelate metal ions, such as ferrous cations. Ferrous cations participate in the so-called Fenton reaction, which produces active oxygen;
• It is a bioflavonoid. It can enhance the absorption of vitamin C; help relieve pain, bumps and bruises, and has antibacterial effects.