Nirgundi leaf

INCI Name

Vitex Negundo Leaf Extract

(For powder form: Vitex Negundo Leaf Powder)

Ingredient Origin

• Natural, plant-derived

• Sourced from Vitex negundo leaves

• Processed as dried leaf powder or liquid extract (water / hydroglycolic-based)

• Suitable for cosmetic and personal care use

Purity / Grade

• Cosmetic Grade

• Powder: Green to brownish-green fine powder

• Liquid extract: Brown to dark green liquid

• Mild characteristic herbal aroma

• Free from added synthetic fragrance and colours (grade-dependent)

BENEFITS & USES

Key Benefits

• Supports skin conditioning and comfort

• Helps maintain a clean, refreshed skin feel

• Suitable for scalp care and hair-conditioning formulations

• Ideal for herbal, Ayurvedic, and clean-label cosmetics

• Enhances botanical positioning of formulations

Typical Applications

• Herbal face packs and masks

• Creams, lotions, and gels

• Hair oils and scalp treatments

• Shampoos and herbal cleansers

• Anti-dandruff–inspired haircare ranges*

• Body care and wellness formulation

• Cosmetic positioning only; non-therapeutic claims.

HOW IT WORKS

Nirgundi Leaf functions as a botanical support ingredient, delivering naturally occurring phytoconstituents that help enhance the sensory feel and conditioning properties of cosmetic products. In skincare and haircare formulations, it contributes to overall product performance while reinforcing natural and traditional formulation concepts.

CONCENTRATION & SOLUBILITY

Recommended Usage Levels

• Powder (face packs, masks): 1.0–10.0%

• Liquid extract (leave-on products): 0.5–2.0%

• Rinse-off products (shampoos, cleansers): 0.5–3.0%

  
  

Solubility Details

• Powder: Dispersible in water and oils (formulation-dependent)

• Liquid extract: Water-soluble / hydro-glycolic soluble

• Compatible with emulsions and surfactant systems

  
  

FORMULATION GUIDELINES

• Powder: Pre-disperse to avoid lump formation

• Liquid extract: Add during cool-down phase (<40°C)

• Maintain formulation pH between 5.0 and 6.5

• Compatible with herbal extracts, clays, oils, and mild surfactants

• Conduct stability, compatibility, and preservative testing

  
  

SAFETY & REGULATORY INFORMATION

• Cosmetic ingredient for external use only

• Non-therapeutic, non-medical claims

• Suitable for rinse-off and leave-on cosmetic products

• Compliant with Indian cosmetic regulations (CDSCO)

• Use within recommended formulation limits

  
  

STORAGE & SHELF LIFE

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

• Keep the container tightly closed

• Shelf life: 18months