SILVER BIRCH EXTRACT

Birch (Betula alba) is a tree species belonging to the Betulaceae family, which attracts attention with its elegant and delicate appearance. It is widely found in the cool and temperate climatic zones of the Northern Hemisphere. It usually reaches a height of 15-25 metres, but some species can grow up to 40 metres.

Cosmetics Tonics, shampoos, conditioners, lotions, Tightening the skin, pores minimise, soothe the scalp, reduce the formation of dandruff

Food Supplements Supplementary Foods, Diuretic and detox effect provide, support joint health

Beverage Flavor Detox drinks, herbal teas, Purifying the body, removing oedema, facilitate digestion

Herbal Medicine Capsules, tinctures, anti-inflammatory and painkillers, Support against urinary tract infections, alleviate rheumatic pain, reduce uric acid levels in the body, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects

Cleaning Its use is not common

Active Ingredients Betulin, betulinic acid, flavonoids, tannins, saponin, Flavonoids, triterpenes,

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The most distinctive feature of birch is its white bark, which is thin and peels off like paper. The bark of young trees is brownish in colour and turns white with age. There are black lines and cracks extending horizontally on the bark.

The leaves have a triangular or oval shape and toothed margins. They bloom light green in spring and turn golden yellow, orange and red in autumn. The leaves are 5-7 cm long and 3-5 cm wide.

The birch is a species with monoecious flowers. While the male flowers are borne in long, drooping catkins, the female flowers are smaller and erect. Flowering usually occurs in spring, before the leaves open. Wind-pollinated flowers produce small winged seeds.

The root system is shallow and extensive, increasing the tree's resistance to wind. The birch tree likes a moist and well prefers drained soils. It can grow in sunny or semi-shaded areas. Against cold is quite durable.

Major Active Ingredients and Proportions

Birch leaf, scientifically known as Betula Alba leaf, contains many beneficial components, the percentage values of which may vary depending on various factors. Here are the ingredients and active ingredients of birch leaf with their approximate percentage values:

1. Flavonoids (2-3%): The main flavonoids found in birch leaves include quercetin and miretsetin. These compounds exhibit strong antioxidant effects and support skin health.
2. Tannins (2-4%): Tannins have astringent (astringent) and anti-inflammatory effects. These contribute to a healthier appearance of the skin.
3. Essential Oils (0.5-1.0%): The essential oils in birch leaf contain components such as beta-pinene, limonene and mircene. These oils show soothing and protective properties against microbes on the skin.
4. Other Important Molecules:

- Saponins (3-5%): Molecules with skin cleansing and moisturising properties.

- Betulin (0.1-0.5%): It is a triterpenoid with regenerative and restorative effects on the skin.

- Vitamin C (0.1-0.2%): It is known for its antioxidant properties and supports collagen production in the skin.

Essential oil (EO) prepared from the leaves usually has antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Furthermore, the constituents of essential oil include various terpenes and aromatic compounds. These components can provide therapeutic effects at high concentrations. However, the percentage values of molecules, especially betulin and saponins, may vary according to the maturity of the collected leaves and the extraction method.