Abstract: Disclosed are plant protein concentrates prepared from whole plant seeds or alternatively, from seed cakes or press cakes or seed meals or non-toasted solvent-extracted press-cakes, and the like. Plant seeds or seed cakes or press cakes or seed meals or non-toasted solvent-extracted press-cakes, and the like, are deconstructed and separated into heavy protein-rich fractions and light oil-rich fractions. The deconstruction processes avoid the use of organic solvents and temperatures above 60° C. The separated fractions are then selectively processed to produce selected plant protein concentrates comprising at least about 65% (w/w) plant protein, from about 4% (w/w) to about 10% (w/w) plant oil, from about 0.5% (w/w) to about 15% (w/w) carbohydrates, water, and ash. The plant protein concentrates are suitable for use as ingredients in nutritional formulations.

Abstract: Personal care products comprising a carmin protein are provided. The carmin protein may be obtained in a plant extract obtainable from plants belonging to the genus Carthamus. The personal care products may be used to prevent or repair damaged hair.

Abstract: The physical stability of oleosomes is preserved in a composition by introducing a multihydric alcohol and an acid that can reduce the pH of the composition of less than 6. The resultant composition can be useful in the manufacture of cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical products, among others.

Abstract: The physical stability of oleosomes is preserved in a composition by introducing a multihydric alcohol and an acid that can reduce the pH of the composition of less than 6. The resultant composition can be useful in the manufacture of cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical products, among others.