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Botanical Extract · Aqueous Hydroglycerin · 5% Loading

Honeysuckle Flower Extract

Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock

Formulate Labs' Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract is a fixed 5% hydroglycerin stock, standardized for key actives like chlorogenic acid. Leverage this botanical powerhouse, also known as Japanese Honeysuckle, to deliver robust antioxidant protection and soothing benefits, distinct from its traditional names.

  • Fixed 5% Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract in Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract or Hydroglycerin Extract base
  • Four preservation systems - 8 recipes total, all made-to-order
  • COA + SDS + TDS per base/preservative variant · 500 g to 17 kg
Base: Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural MBS-4 INCI breakdown
Aqueous stock with water, propanediol, and glycerin carrying 5% botanical extract. Balanced humectancy with propanediol solubilization - default for sensitive and acne-prone skin, anti-aging, or pollution defense serums and toners. Preserved with Linatural MBS-4 at 2%.
Target pH
4.5 – 5.1
Shelf life (RT · cold)
12–18 mo · 18–24 mo
Final INCI deck (this stock, ordered by %)
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 500 g Formulation guide
1
Chlorogenic Acid
Standardized active compound
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Common names
Japanese Honeysuckle Flower Extract · Honeysuckle · Jin Yin Hua · Lonicera Japonica
Loading
5% extract in hydroglycerin stock
Solubility
Aqueous / water phase
Appearance
Amber to brown aqueous fluid
pH (bulk material)
4.5 – 5.1
Add at
Cool-down < 40–45 °C
Shelf Life
12–18 mo RT · 18–24 mo refrigerated
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The extract

Lonicera Japonica: Nature's Multi-Tasker

Botanical Identity: Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract (INCI) is a hydroglycerin extract from the flowers of Lonicera japonica, commonly known as Japanese Honeysuckle. This material may also be referred to by trade names such as Honeysuckle, Jin Yin Hua, or Lonicera Japonica. Formulate Labs provides this ingredient by its INCI name, ensuring clear identification beyond common trade names or supplier-specific SKUs.

Dual mechanism: Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract operates through a multi-pathway mechanism, harnessing its rich composition of chlorogenic acid, flavonoids, and saponins. This powerful extract primarily works by effectively scavenging reactive oxygen species to neutralize oxidative stress and by helping to calm skin while supporting its structural integrity through inhibiting matrix-degrading enzymes.

Use levels: For daily soothing and microbial-balancing applications, incorporate this 5% hydroglycerin stock at 0.5% to 2.0%. For intensive soothing or targeted anti-aging formulations, the use level can be increased up to 10.0%.

Market context: Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract is strategically positioned in the B2B market across three key categories: as a clean-label antimicrobial booster for natural preservation systems, as a reactive skin soother for sensitive and acne-prone skin, and as a matrix-protecting antioxidant for premium anti-aging formulations that defend against free-radical damage and support skin's structural integrity.

Pricing context: While public pricing for standardized liquid hydroglycerin extracts of Lonicera japonica is sparse, Formulate Labs offers its standardized liquid extract at competitive rates, with a 500g sample for $97.50, 1kg for $150.00, and a 17kg pail priced at $2,040.00, reflecting a per-kilogram rate of $120.00.

We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

5%
Fixed extract loading
2
Hydroglycerin bases
4
Preservation options
Aqueous
Water-phase compatible
Ingredient deck assessment

What this material is and isn’t.

Botanical
Leaf/stem extract; pentacyclic triterpene saponins
Aqueous stock
Hydroglycerin carrier; water phase
Cruelty-free
No animal testing in our process
Cosmetic grade
For professional formulation use

It is important to differentiate between the INCI name (Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract) and common trade names (Honeysuckle, Jin Yin Hua, Lonicera Japonica).

Made to Order

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.

01
Order placed
You pick a size and quantity. We confirm specs against your formulation if you have one.
02
Robotic production
Your inputs go in. We process, blend, and fill sealed packaging - all inside our AI-powered robotic factory.
03
Batch QC + COA
Every batch is tested for actives, pH, micro, and appearance. A batch-specific COA, SDS, and TDS ship with the order.
Why formulators reach for it

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Antioxidant Shield
Effectively scavenges reactive oxygen species (ROS), helping to neutralize oxidative stress caused by environmental aggressors like UV radiation.
Calming & Soothing*
Helps to calm skin and reduce visible signs of irritation, such as erythema, by downregulating pro-inflammatory mediators, supporting a balanced and comfortable skin appearance.
Matrix Protection
Helps maintain skin's structural integrity by inhibiting matrix-degrading enzymes like collagenase and hyaluronidase, supporting a firm and youthful appearance.
Microbial Balance
Disrupts bacterial biofilm formation, making the extract suitable for balancing the microflora of reactive or acne-prone skin.

* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Published research

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract is documented in cosmetic peptide/protein literature. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.

Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

See journal record

Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.

Composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

Bulk composition at fixed 5% Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-HNE-W1-MBS4-5PCT-001).

Water · 58.737% Propanediol · 24.474% Glycerin · 9.789% Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
58.737%
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
Humectant / solubilizer
24.474%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
9.789%
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
CASContact for COA
Active botanical extract (triterpene-rich)
5%
Linatural MBS-4
Multifunctional preservative
2%
Inside Linatural MBS-4
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
1.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin
CAS70445-33-9
0.2%
Benzoic Acid
CAS65-85-0
0.1%
Formulation guide

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Typical use rate (this stock)
0.5% - 2.0% (up to 10% for intensive use)
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window per stability data)
Solubility
Water-soluble
Temperature
Add below 50°C during cool-down phase
Incompatibilities
Sustained high temperatures, direct UV exposure
Pairs well with
Other Lonicera extracts (e.g., Lonicera caprifolium)
Self-preserving
Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.

Need something different?
Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.
Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for
Widely accepted in cosmetic formulations, particularly for sensitive and hypoallergenic skin.
Claims guidance
Skin Care: Antioxidant, soothing, anti-aging, pollution defense, sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, supports skin structural integrity. Scalp Care: Soothing, irritation reduction, healthy scalp microbiome support.
Storage
  • Store tightly closed, protected from light and heat.
  • Refrigeration optional for extended shelf life per TDS.
  • Aqueous botanical - monitor for color shift over time.
Regulatory
  • Finished-product INCI lists components in descending order per the selected variant deck.
  • Cosmetic function: Skin conditioning agent, antioxidant, antimicrobial, skin protecting
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-HNE series).
  • Contributes to formula preservation, supporting reduced reliance on synthetic parabens.
  • Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.
Handling
Store in a dry, dark environment between 23°C and 25°C. Do not freeze.
Questions
Documentation, regulatory, or custom sizing - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.

Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

500 g
$97.50
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