Paeonia Lactiflora Extract: Benefits, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions

 

Paeonia lactiflora extract is a water-soluble or alcohol-soluble substance extracted from the roots or flowers of the peony plant.

 

Active Ingredients:

 

• Paeoniflorin: The core active ingredient, accounting for the largest proportion.
• Hydroxy-paeoniflorin
• Albiflorin
• Benzoylpaeoniflorin
• Oxypaeoniflorin
• Organic Acids: Gallic acid, benzoic acid

 

 

1. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects

It inhibits inflammatory factors, relieves arthritis and muscle pain, and has a significant therapeutic effect on rheumatoid arthritis.

 

2. Cardiovascular protection

Paeonia lactiflora rhizoma extract can dilate coronary arteries, improve myocardial ischemia, and lower blood pressure.

 

3. Liver protection

It can reduce liver damage and inhibit the progression of liver fibrosis.

 

4. Antibacterial effects

It has inhibitory effects on Staphylococcus aureus, Helicobacter pylori, and various fungi.

 

5. Antioxidant

It can scavenge free radicals, inhibit lipid peroxidation, promote collagen synthesis, and reduce wrinkles.

 

6. Whitening and Brightening

It can inhibit tyrosinase activity, reduce melanin production, and brighten skin tone.

 

7. Barrier Repair

Peony extract can reduce transdermal water loss by up to 42%, enhancing moisturizing ability.

 

8. Immune Regulation

It can enhance macrophage activity and improve the body's resistance.

 

9. Neuroprotection

It can relieve anxiety, improve sleep, and has potential anti-Alzheimer's disease effects.

 

 

 

1. Medical Field:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Coronary heart disease
• Gynecological diseases
• Liver disease

 

2. Cosmetics/Daily Necessities:

• Anti-aging serums, face masks,
• Oil-controlling and acne-fighting facial cleansers,
• Sunscreen.

 

3. Health Foods:

Added to functional beverages as antioxidants or immunomodulatory ingredients.

 

 

1. Common adverse reactions:

• Gastrointestinal discomfort (bloating, nausea), more common with high-dose oral administration.
• Skin allergies (redness, swelling, itching); sensitive skin requires local testing.

 

2. Contraindications:

• Pregnant women
• Breastfeeding women
• Patients with bleeding disorders

 

3. Precautions:

• Avoid combining with retinoic acid or alcohol-based products to prevent irritation.
• Store away from light and oxidation, as the active ingredients are easily degraded.

 

 

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