Sometimes the most valuable ingredients remain unnoticed for a long time. This is exactly the case with portulaca extract. While it has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to heal wounds and reduce inflammation, in cosmetics it stayed in the background. Only in the early 2000s did scientists begin to study it more actively, confirming its antioxidant, soothing, and rejuvenating properties. Since then, portulaca has started to appear more frequently in skincare formulas, especially in Asia.
The main strength of this extract lies in its multi-functionality:
- it soothes the skin and reduces sensitivity,
- combats inflammation and redness,
- protects cells from free radicals and photoaging,
- supports regeneration and improves skin elasticity.
Because of these versatile effects, portulaca is now found in a wide range of products: from cleansing foams and toners to creams, masks, and even serums for sensitive skin. It works equally well as a gentle everyday component and as an active ingredient in anti-aging formulas.
It is no surprise that portulaca extract is also included in the formulas of [KIRICHUK] MEDSKIN cosmetics. In this line, ingredients are carefully selected to work in synergy: protecting, restoring, and energizing the skin. Portulaca plays the role of a “quiet helper” — making formulas gentler, boosting their effectiveness, and remaining suitable for every skin type.
Portulaca is a perfect example of an ingredient that was once underestimated but is now rightfully recognized as one of the key components of modern skincare. And we believe its importance in cosmetics will only continue to grow.
