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Botanical Extract · Aqueous or Oil · Standard or Concentrated

Schisandra Berry Extract

Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract

Harness the multi-faceted power of Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, also known as Five-Flavor Berry. Rich in dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans, flavonoids, and phenolic acids, this ingredient offers comprehensive support for skin resilience and defense against environmental stressors.

  • Choose aqueous hydroglycerin (base + preservation) or oil macerate (3 carrier oils)
  • Standard or concentrated Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract loading in every variant
  • COA + SDS + TDS per selected recipe · 1 kg, 5 kg, and 17 kg
Strength: Standard
Stock type: Aqueous hydroglycerin
Base: Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural™ MBS-4 INCI breakdown
Aqueous stock with water, propanediol, and glycerin carrying the selected extract loading. Balanced humectancy with propanediol solubilization - default for age-related concerns and environmental 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, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 1 kg Formulation guide
1
Dibenzocyclooctadiene Lignans
Key actives for defense & structural support
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Common names
Five-Flavor Berry · Schisandra
Strength
Standard or concentrated 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
schisandra botanical extract - schisandra hydroglycerin stock Five-Flavor Berry
The extract

Unlock Holistic Skin Resilience and Defense

Botanical Identity: *Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract* is derived from the fruit of the *Schisandra chinensis* plant, commonly known as Five-Flavor Berry. The official INCI name is Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract.

Dual mechanism: The primary bioactives in *Schisandra chinensis* are dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans (including schisandrin, gomisin, and schisandrol), flavonoids, and phenolic acids. These compounds provide comprehensive benefits for skin appearance through multiple pathways. Mechanistically, the extract helps neutralize reactive oxygen species and interrupts pro-inflammatory signaling cascades (COX-2, MAPK, NF-κB) to defend skin from environmental stressors. For structural support, it stimulates the synthesis of collagen XVII and ladinin-1, two key proteins that reinforce the dermal-epidermal junction (DEJ). This action improves skin cohesion, resilience, and elasticity. The extract also helps promote a more even skin tone by suppressing tyrosinase activity.

Use levels: - The recommended usage rate for *Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract* is 0.1% to 3.0%. Clinical efficacy for dermal-epidermal junction firming is substantiated at a 0.3% usage rate.

Market context: - *Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract* is positioned in the market across three primary platforms. Premium brands market the extract as a "Skin Cohesion Designer," focusing on its unique ability to strengthen the dermal-epidermal junction and provide a visible lifting and firming effect for mature skin. In the clean-beauty sector, it is positioned as an adaptogenic botanical that helps calm hyper-reactive skin and visibly reduce redness, appealing to consumers with sensitive or stressed skin. Brands also leverage its high antioxidant capacity to make claims related to broad-spectrum protection against environmental aggressors, including urban pollution and the effects of UV-induced photoaging.

We ship standard or concentrated extract stock with selectable preservation - ready to meter into finished formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

2
Standard / concentrated
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

Commonly referred to as Schisandra or Five-Flavor Berry, the INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) name is Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract.

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.

Environmental Defense*
Helps neutralize reactive oxygen species and interrupts pro-inflammatory signaling to defend skin from environmental stressors, supporting the skin’s ability to resist visible signs of accelerated aging.
Skin Cohesion & Firmness
Stimulates the synthesis of collagen XVII and ladinin-1, key proteins that reinforce the dermal-epidermal junction (DEJ), improving skin cohesion, resilience, and elasticity.
Even Skin Tone
Helps promote a more even skin tone by suppressing tyrosinase activity, contributing to a brighter and more uniform complexion.
Soothing & Calming
Suitable for soothing applications, it can help calm reactive skin and visibly reduce the appearance of redness.

* 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.

Schisandra Chinensis Fruit 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.

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Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

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Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

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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 extract 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.

This is the bulk composition as it ships at the selected extract loading. Updates when you change stock type and variant above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected recipe.

Water · 60.758% Propanediol · 25.316% Glycerin · 10.126% Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract · 1.8% Linaturalâ„¢ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
60.758%
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
Humectant / solubilizer
25.316%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
10.126%
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
CASContact for COA
Starting botanical load 4% · modeled extracted solids, not an assay
Active botanical extract (triterpene-rich)
1.8%
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)
0.1% to 3.0% (clinical efficacy for DEJ firming substantiated at 0.3%)
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window per stability data)
Solubility
100% water-soluble; incorporate into aqueous phase
Temperature
Excellent heat stability, suitable for high-shear emulsification; protect final formula from prolonged direct UV exposure
Incompatibilities
Avoid formulating with strong oxidizing agents
Pairs well with
Highly compatible with common cosmetic preservatives and rheology modifiers
Self-preserving
Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs
Need something different?
Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per selected recipe. Links swap when you change selections above. A sample COA shows the standard extract QC panel (pH, organoleptic, TAMC/TYMC). Lot-specific COAs ship with every order.

Phytochemistry note

We cook the raw botanical powder into the selected carrier. The botanical carries polar phenolics, flavonoid glycosides, and related extractable fractions. Those markers support antioxidant and skin-conditioning cosmetic stories. This is not a solvent isolate or a standardized marker extract. Lot identity appears on the COA and TDS.

Quality & claims

Quality, process, and what we will (and will not) claim.

This is a ready-to-use cosmetic extract stock, not a finished consumer product and not a standardized marker isolate. We cook the raw botanical powder into the selected hydroglycerin or oil carrier. Aqueous lots are released on pH, organoleptic, TAMC, and TYMC (total counts only). Oil macerates are released on organoleptic only. A sample COA is on this page; the lot-specific COA ships with the order.

Download sample Certificate of Analysis
What we sell
A made-to-order cosmetic extract stock in 1 kg, 5 kg, and 17 kg. Choose aqueous hydroglycerin (base + preservation) or, where offered, an oil macerate. Strength is Standard or Concentrated. We sell the INCI extract in our carrier - not a supplier trade-name SKU and not a finished leave-on product.
How it is made
We cook the raw botanical powder into the selected hydroglycerin or oil carrier on our robotic platform, then fill to order. Aqueous stocks ship preserved at the system you select. Oil macerates ship anhydrous (no water-phase preservative). Extracted solids on the composition bar are modeled from the starting botanical load - they are not an HPLC assay.
Standard extract QC
  • Organoleptic (all stocks): appearance, odor, consistency
  • Aqueous only: pH (typical 4.5–5.5 for the selected preservative)
  • Aqueous only: TAMC < 100 CFU/g and TYMC < 10 CFU/g (total counts; no pathogen panel)
  • Oil macerates: organoleptic only - no pH, TAMC, or TYMC
Not on the default panel: marker assays, heavy metals, pesticides, residual solvents, or individual pathogen screens. Ask if you need those quoted.
What we can claim
Cosmetic structure/function language only: skin- or hair-conditioning, antioxidant cosmetic stories, and appearance-based well-aging positioning supported by published literature. INCI, composition, SDS/TDS, and a lot COA. Compatible with intended cosmetic use under FDA cosmetic rules and EU 1223/2009 when the finished formula is properly assessed.
What we cannot claim
No disease, treatment, cure, or prevent claims. No ingestible / TCM drug positioning. No guarantee that published pathways will reproduce in your finished formula. Not certified organic, COSMOS, vegan, kosher, halal, or non-GMO unless a separate certificate is issued. We do not sell this as a dietary supplement. We do not name a vendor or country of origin for the incoming powder on this page.
Documents with the order
SDS and TDS for the selected recipe (links above swap with your selection). Sample COA on this page for the standard QC panel. Lot-specific COA ships with every batch. Custom loading, alternate carriers, or a fuller regulatory packet - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.
What exactly ships?
A bulk cosmetic extract stock in 1 kg, 5 kg, or 17 kg. Aqueous lots use Water + Propanediol + Glycerin or classic hydroglycerin, with a selectable preservation system. Oil macerates (where offered) ship in a carrier oil, unpreserved. Botanical INCI is Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract. The finished-product INCI is the full selected deck in descending order. We sell the INCI extract in our carrier, not a supplier trade-name SKU.
How is it made?
We start from the raw botanical powder and cook it into the selected hydroglycerin or oil carrier on our robotic platform, then fill to order. Aqueous stocks ship preserved at the system you select. Oil macerates ship anhydrous (no water-phase preservative). Extracted solids on the composition bar are modeled from the starting botanical load - they are not an HPLC marker assay.
What is on the COA?
Aqueous: appearance, odor, consistency, pH, TAMC < 100 CFU/g, TYMC < 10 CFU/g (total counts only - no pathogen panel). Oil: organoleptic only; no pH, TAMC, or TYMC. The sample COA on this page shows representative passing numbers. Your lot COA carries the real lot number and measurements. Marker assays, heavy metals, pesticides, residual solvents, and individual pathogen screens are not on the default panel. Ask if you need those quoted.
Is this a standardized marker isolate?
No. This is a whole-botanical powder extraction into the selected carrier, not a solvent isolate and not a standardized marker extract unless a separate assay is specified and quoted. Composition percentages for extracted solids are modeled from starting botanical load.
Where is the botanical from, and is the stock certified?
Stock is manufactured to order in Fenton, MO. Incoming botanical powder varies by lot. We do not list a vendor or country of origin on this page. The finished extract stock is not certified organic, COSMOS, vegan, kosher, halal, or non-GMO unless a separate certificate is issued. No fragrance is added. Full deck disclosure is on the SDS for the selected recipe.
What can we claim on a finished formula?
Cosmetic structure/function language only: skin- or hair-conditioning, antioxidant cosmetic stories, and appearance-based well-aging positioning. Published literature is due diligence, not finished-product claim substantiation. Do not claim diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of disease. Do not position this as an ingestible, TCM drug, or dietary supplement.
Lead time and shelf life?
Made to order on our robotic platform. Aqueous target shelf life is 12–18 months at room temperature, 18–24 months refrigerated, preservative-dependent. Oil macerates are similar unopened ranges; protect from light and heat. Use-by on the lot COA governs the batch you receive.
Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for
Widely used in cosmetic formulations and compatible with standard cosmetic ingredients. Documented antibacterial properties suggest a favorable profile for inclusion in topical products.
Claims guidance
Guidance: Claims can focus on **skin cohesion and firming**, **adaptogenic stress relief** (calming, anti-redness), and **pollution & barrier defense** (antioxidant, anti-photoaging). It defends skin cells against oxidative stress, mitigates effects of photoaging, and physically improves skin cohesion and firmness. Suitable for soothing applications. Also possesses antibacterial activity.
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
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-SCF series).
  • Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.
Handling
Formulators should always consult specific regional regulations and conduct appropriate safety testing for their final product.
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.

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