Cosmetics · Plant extracts
Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract
サクラ花エキス (Sakura-hana ekisu)
Also known as: Sakura Extract, Cherry Blossom Extract
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| Category | Cosmetics |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract↗ |
| Japanese labeling name | サクラ花エキス |
| Common Japanese notations | サクラ花エキス, 桜花エキス |
| Origin | Plant-derived (Prunus × yedoensis, Somei-Yoshino cherry) |
| Typical functions | Skin conditioning, Fragrance, Antioxidant |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. Salt-preserved cherry blossoms are separately used as a food ingredient (sakura-yu, sakura-mochi) under the Food Sanitation Act. |
The cherry blossom — sakura — is Japan's most iconic floral motif, and Prunus × yedoensis (Somei-Yoshino) is the most widely planted ornamental cherry variety. Sakura flower extract has a dedicated presence in Japanese cosmetics, particularly in seasonal spring product releases built around cherry-blossom imagery.
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Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Face toners and essences
- Body washes and bath products
- Hand and body lotions
- Limited-edition spring products
Ingredient profile
Prunus yedoensis flower extract is produced by water, hydro-alcoholic, or glycol extraction of Prunus × yedoensis flowers — typically harvested at peak bloom. The extract contains flavonoids, phenolic glycosides including quercitrin derivatives, and trace aromatic compounds.
The fragrant character of actual cherry blossom is subtle; most "sakura"-scented finished products use a constructed fragrance blend rather than extract-driven aroma. The extract itself is used primarily for its botanical and seasonal associations.
OEM applications
In Japanese cosmetics, sakura flower extract appears in limited-edition spring products — toners, body washes, lotions, hand creams, bath additives — marketed around cherry-blossom season (March to April). Some year-round SKUs include the ingredient as a core floral note.
Salt-preserved sakura blossoms (桜の塩漬け) and sakura leaves (Cherry Leaf Extract / Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract) are separately used in food and cosmetic contexts. The leaf extract and the flower extract are handled as distinct ingredients.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Listed in the JSCI Japanese Cosmetic Ingredient Codex under サクラ花エキス and permitted as a cosmetic ingredient.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Listed in CosIng under the INCI name Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract. Permitted for cosmetic use. |
|---|---|
| USA | INCI recognized by PCPC. |
| China | Permitted per IECIC listings. |
| Korea | Permitted as a cosmetic ingredient under the KFDA / MFDS system. |
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Quick answers
- What is Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract?
- The cherry blossom — sakura — is Japan's most iconic floral motif, and Prunus × yedoensis (Somei-Yoshino) is the most widely planted ornamental cherry variety. Sakura flower extract has a dedicated presence in Japanese cosmetics, particularly in seasonal spring product releases built around cherry-blossom imagery.
- What is the regulatory status of Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract in Japan?
- Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. Salt-preserved cherry blossoms are separately used as a food ingredient (sakura-yu, sakura-mochi) under the Food Sanitation Act.
- What products typically use Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract?
- Face toners and essences / Body washes and bath products / Hand and body lotions / Limited-edition spring products
- Where does Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract come from?
- Plant-derived (Prunus × yedoensis, Somei-Yoshino cherry)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract?
- INCI: Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract / JSCI: サクラ花エキス
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FAQ for OEM buyers
Q. Is Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract a recognized INCI ingredient?
Yes, 'Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract' is listed in CosIng as a skin-conditioning ingredient. The leaf and flower extracts are listed as separate INCI ingredients.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- CosIng database — INCI: Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract
- CosIng database — INCI: Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Q. Are sakura blossoms harvested specifically for cosmetic use, or by-product of food preservation?
Cosmetic-grade sakura flower extracts use blossoms harvested for ingredient supply, often coordinated with the salt-pickling industry that processes sakura blossoms for food garnish. Provenance documentation should be requested for sustainability and regional-origin claims.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Industry knowledge — Japanese sakura ingredient supply chain
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. What is the seasonal lead time for sourcing fresh-pressed sakura flower extract?
Sakura blossoms are harvested for a 2–3 week window per region (late March to mid-April for the southern Kanto), so production is highly seasonal; suppliers typically have annual production runs and ship year-round from cold storage. Plan 6–12 month lead times for next-season custom-batch sourcing.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Industry knowledge — Japanese sakura supply chain
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Can 'Sakura' be trademarked on a cosmetic brand or product name in Japan?
'Sakura' is widely registered as part of various trademarks in Japan, but the generic word itself is generally not granted exclusive trademark; brands should run a JPO trademark search before naming a SKU. Several large beauty brands have prior 'sakura' SKU lines in market.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Japan Patent Office (JPO) — Trademark search system (J-PlatPat)
Use cases
Limited-edition spring toner / lotion
- Positioning
- Seasonal cherry-blossom-themed gift line (Mar-Apr launch)
- Typical usage level
- 0.1–2%
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese seasonal-launch calendar
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Hand cream
- Positioning
- Travel-retail / inbound-tourism gift product with sakura packaging
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- Industry knowledge — Japanese travel-retail cosmetics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Bath additive (gift-set sachet format)
- Positioning
- Spring soaking-experience gift product
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese gift cosmetics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Body wash / shampoo
- Positioning
- Sakura-fragranced seasonal body care, year-round SKU possible
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese body-care market
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
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References
- JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name directory — サクラ花エキス
- EU CosIng entry: Prunus Yedoensis Flower Extract
Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.