The present invention relates to the precipitation of genipap extract (Genipa americana) for obtaining a substance insoluble in polar and/or non-polar media for applications in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, textile, paint and varnish an food compositions. According to an embodiment of the invention, a process is claimed for the obtainment of substances from genipap extract precipitates comprising the steps of: a) obtaining an extract from a genipap fruit; b) adding an adsorbent substance and a mordent (precipitating agent) to the extract obtained in (a); and c) separating the solid substances precipitated in step (b). In another embodiment, the invention relates to substances from genipap extract precipitates, obtained according to the process of the invention mentioned above. The present invention further relates to a cosmetic, pharmaceutical or food composition, use and method of non-therapeutic treatment using said substances from genipap extract precipitates of the invention.
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