Bisabolol
Commonly known as: Bisabolol, Alpha-bisabolol, Levomenol.
I.N.C.I. list name: Bisabolol.
Extraction process: Fractional distillation of the essential oil of Candéia (a small tree from the Brazilian savannah), followed by purification.
Source: Plant (Candeia).
Botanical name: Eremanthus erythropappus.
Family: Asteraceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Wood.
Origin, provenance: Brazil.
Chemical properties: Unsaturated monocyclic sesquiterpene alcohol; Soluble in ethanol, fatty alcohols and glycerol esters; Insoluble in water and glycerine; Molecular weight : 284.7 g/mol; Density : 0.927-0.935.
Properties: Balm, oil, emulsion, suspension, colloidal solution, solid soap, true aqueous solution, aerosol, hydroalcoholic solution.
Required dosage in cosmetic products: From 0.05 to 1%.
Function: Masking agent, skin care agent, soothing agent.
Specificities: Soothing, antioxidant, softening, anti-microbial, balancing, anti-inflammatory, purifying, depigmenting, healing.
Benefits: All skin typologies, particularly skin with imperfections, dry skin, irritated skin, sensitive skin, uncomfortable skin; All hair types, especially sensitive and irritated scalps, scalps prone to dry dandruff; Indicated for chapped lips.
Details
Use
Facial skincare(lip balms, face moisturizers, soothing face masks, shaving creams, eye contour serums, after-shave lotions/balms, tinted care removers, facial cleansers, peels, scrubs, after-sun gels);
Body care(body serums, lipid-replenishing body balms/butters, cleansing creams, after-sun body milks, shower gels, massage oils, ultra rich soaps, hand and foot creams/balms, post-depilation care oils);
Hair care(soothing hair serums, shampoos);
Hygiene products(deodorants, toothpastes);
Tinted care(foundations).
How to store
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat, humidity and direct sunlight.
Contraindications, precautions for use
Alpha-bisabolol is a non-toxic active ingredient that is gentle on the skin. It does not cause allergic reactions or irritations and is therefore suitable for all skin typologies.
