Butterfly Pea Flower Extract Powder

What is butterfly pea flower powder?

Butterfly pea flower powder is a natural powder made from the petals of the butterfly pea flower (blue butterfly). Rich in anthocyanins, it is primarily used as a natural food coloring to give drinks and pastries a dreamy blue hue. Because it turns purple when exposed to acid, it is also commonly used to create color-changing beverages.

What are the applications of butterfly pea powder?

The benefits of butterfly pea flower pollen mainly include antioxidant properties, eye protection, enhancement of immunity, and potential skin-whitening effects. Its applications are very extensive, with the core being used as a natural food coloring and for creative blend preparations.

Core Benefits

1.Rich in Anthocyanins, Antioxidant

High anthocyanin content helps eliminate free radicals, reduce inflammation, and delay aging.

2.Protects Vision

Contains vitamin A and carotene, which are beneficial for eye health.

3.Enhances Immunity

Contains various nutrients such as vitamin C and E, which help strengthen the body’s immune system.

4.Skin Care Potential

Studies show that its extract has the ability to inhibit tyrosinase (for whitening) and absorb ultraviolet rays.

Colorful Applications

1.Dreamy Beverages

Due to the property that anthocyanins turn purple when exposed to acid, they are often used in the preparation of layered beverages, lemon tea, etc.

2.Natural Dyeing

Used for making blue rice, noodles, bread, pastries, etc., it is a safe natural food coloring.