Safflower extract is mostly derived from the floral parts (petals or tubular flowers) and seeds of safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.). Its key components vary by extraction 部位 (parts): the floral parts are rich in flavonoids (such as carthamin) and natural pigments (safflower yellow pigment, safflower red pigment), while the seeds are mainly composed of oils and proteins. Its appearance ranges from yellow to orange-red powder or liquid depending on the extraction part. Water, ethanol and other solvents are commonly used for extraction, and it needs to be stored away from light to prevent component oxidation. In terms of applications, it has a wide range of uses: in the food industry, it can be used as a natural pigment for color adjustment to enhance food color; in cosmetics, the active ingredients in floral extract can assist in skin care, and the oil extracted from seeds can provide moisturization; in traditional herbal applications, floral extract also has its value; some studies have also explored its potential in other fields, providing natural raw material support for multiple industries overall.