Oleuropein: Potent Antioxidant from Olive Leaf for Anti-Aging & Skin Protection

Basic Information

• INCI Name: Olea Europaea Leaf Extract (Oleuropein)

• CAS No.: 32619-42-4

• Molecular Formula: C₂₅H₃₂O₁₃

• Source: Olive leaves (Olea europaea)

• Purity: 20%-80% HPLC

• Appearance: White to pale yellow crystalline powder

• Solubility: Water/ethanol soluble

• Stability: pH 4-7, temperature-sensitive (<40°C)

• Key Benefits: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

Description: Mediterranean Longevity Secret

Oleuropein is a potent phenolic compound derived from olive leaves, recognized as one of nature's strongest antioxidants with 10x higher ORAC value than vitamin C. This multi-functional phytochemical offers comprehensive skin protection through:

• Neutralizing free radicals (OH•, O₂•⁻)

• Inhibiting MMP-1 collagenase activity

• Modulating Nrf2-ARE antioxidant pathway

• Suppressing inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α)

Clinically proven to enhance skin's defense against environmental stressors while promoting cellular longevity.

Core Functions

① Supreme Antioxidant Protection

• ORAC Value: 40,000 μmol TE/g (vs. 1,500 for vitamin C)

• Neutralizes multiple free radical species

• Protects against blue light & pollution damage

② Anti-Inflammatory Action

• Inhibits COX-2 enzyme (88% at 0.5% concentration)

• Reduces redness & sensitivity

• Calms acne-prone skin

③ Collagen Defense

• Blocks MMP-1 collagen degradation

• Maintains skin elasticity (+32% in 8-week trial)

• Prevents photoaging wrinkles

④ Antimicrobial Activity

• Effective against C. acnes (MIC 0.25 mg/ml)

• Natural preservative booster

• Supports skin microbiome balance

⑤ Vascular Protection

• Enhances nitric oxide production

• Improves microcirculation

• Reduces under-eye dark circles

Recommended Applications

➀ Anti-Aging Formulations

• Antioxidant serums (0.2%-1%)

• Night repair creams

• Eye contour treatments

➂ Sensitive Skin Solutions

• Redness-reducing toners

• Post-procedure recovery gels

• Rosacea management products

➂ Sun & Pollution Defense

• Day creams with blue light protection

• Post-sun recovery masks

• Anti-pollution cleansing oils

  
  

➃ Acne Care Innovations

• Blemish control serums

• Non-drying antimicrobial toners

• Post-acne scar treatments

  
  

➄ Nutricosmetics

• Anti-aging supplements

• Skin immunity boosters

• Detoxifying drinkable shots