Triean Bio Co., Ltd. has recently developed a patented micro-emulsion extraction process aimed at improving the efficacy of anthocyanin-rich plant ingredients for scalp and hair care.
Modern scalp conditions are increasingly affected by various external factors including stress, UV exposure, and chemical treatments such as perming and dyeing. These factors can lead to oxidative stress, which is a core cause of chronic scalp inflammation and hair loss. The beauty and bio industries are focusing on anthocyanins, which are powerful natural antioxidants found in plants, known for their dual action in targeting oxidative stress and inflammation.
However, the extraction of anthocyanins has presented significant challenges. Traditional extraction methods using high heat can lead to component destruction and thermal degradation of anthocyanins. On the other hand, low-temperature extraction methods prevent component destruction but result in incomplete dissolution of both lipophilic and hydrophilic components, severely decreasing extraction efficiency. As such, conventional methods failed to fully leverage the potential of anthocyanins in cosmetic applications.
Triean Bio's newly patented micro-emulsion process addresses these longstanding challenges by utilizing a special micro-emulsion solvent that combines nanosized water (hydrophilic solvent) and oil (lipophilic solvent) in a stable mixture. This method commences with the production of the micro-emulsion solvent and incorporates this solvent into ground raw materials such as black carrot, blueberry, and cranberry for extraction. This ensures deep penetration into plant tissues, efficiently extracting both lipophilic and hydrophilic bioactive components without thermal degradation.
This patented process allows for the complete prevention of active ingredient destruction while maximizing solubility, enabling Triean Bio to propose three premium anthocyanin plant materials specifically designed for scalp and hair care: black carrot, blueberry, and cranberry.
1. **Black Carrot** (INCI: Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Water, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract) – This powerful anti-aging ingredient helps prevent cellular oxidation within the scalp. Studies have proven its concentration-dependent ABTS-radical scavenging activity, offering protection against oxidative stress from chemical treatments and reducing scalp irritation, itchiness, and hair loss.
2. **Blueberry** (INCI: Vaccinium Corymbosum (Blueberry) Fruit Water, Vaccinium Corymbosum (Blueberry) Fruit Extract) – A solution for the scalp, which is often the first to be exposed to ultraviolet rays. Research indicates that the application of blueberry extract significantly restores collagen and procollagen levels that decline due to UV-B damage, while enhancing the scalp barrier and preventing photoaging effects from strong sunlight.
3. **Cranberry** (INCI: Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Water, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract) – A natural antimicrobial ingredient with potent inhibitory effects on harmful strains, particularly as its concentration rises. This ingredient helps restore balance to the scalp microbiome, combating issues like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis while maintaining a fresh scalp throughout the day.
This triad of solutions—antioxidant (black carrot), photoaging prevention (blueberry), and antimicrobial (cranberry)—promises to address complex scalp issues that modern individuals face. These innovative ingredients are expected to deliver effective, safe, and high-quality solutions within the next generation of premium scalp and hair care markets.
