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Inositol

Commonly known as:   Inositol, Vitamin B7.

I.N.C.I. list name:   Inositol.

Extraction process:   Extraction and filtration of the pulp from the carob fruit, separation of molecules by chromatography, demethylation, concentration through chromatography and crystallisation.

Source:   Plant-based.

Botanical name:   Ceratonia siliqua L. (carob tree).

Family:   Leguminosae.

Extracted part of the plant:   Fruits.

Origin, provenance:   Spain.

Chemical properties:   Sugar (a cyclic organic molecule composed of 6 carbon atoms) found in the phospholipids of cell membranes; 9 stereoisomers exist and myo-inositol is the most common; A "vitamin-like" substance; Water-soluble.

Properties:   Emulsion, colloidal solution.

Required dosage in cosmetic products:   Objectively measured in vivo percentage: 0.10%.

Function:   Antistatic, Hair Conditioner, Humectant

Specificities:   Tanning accelerator, moisturiser.

Benefits:   All types of skin and hair.

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Usage

Facial Care (moisturising serums, creams, self-tanners, masks, makeup removing creams/milks/lotions, micellar waters, facial cleansers); Body Care (sunscreens, self-tanning milks, shower gels); Hair Care (shampoos, conditioners, masks, hair serums, styling products).

Method of Preservation

Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat sources and direct sunlight, in its closed packaging.

Contraindications, usage precautions

Skin Irritation (Patch Test, 5%): Considered to be very well tolerated.

Skin Sensitisation (Marzulli and Maibach’s Method, 5%): Considered as non-sensitising.

Ocular Irritation (HET-CAM, 5%): Considered as irritating to the eyes. Therefore, avoid any contact with the eyes.

Mutagenesis(Ames Test OECD 471) Considered as non-mutagenic.

No contraindications for pregnant and/or breastfeeding women, as well as young children.

Read more

The carob tree is a Mediterranean fruit tree. It is also known as carouge, St. John's bread, Egyptian fig, or Pythagorean bean. Extracted from the fruit of the carob tree, inositol is a sugar capable of stimulating the synthesis of melanin. It also protects the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays. It is often found in self-tanning products because it accelerates, intensifies, and prolongs tanning.
What you need to know about carob extract (inositol).

What you need to know about carob extract (inositol).

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The carob tree is a fruit-bearing tree native to the Mediterranean region. From its seeds, a pulp is extracted that influences the process of melanogenesis: the natural production of melanin by the skin when exposed to UV rays. This serves to intensify and prolong the skin's natural tan.
benefits of carob extract for the skin

Les bienfaits de l'extrait de caroube pour la peau.

5 min of reading
Stimulateur de bronzage et antioxydant, l'inositol est une molécule active extraite de la pulpe des fruits du caroubier. Il est présent dans certains soins pour la peau, plus particulièrement au sein de produits autobronzants. Le caroubier fournit également une gomme, utilisée comme épaississant dans les formules cosmétiques, ainsi que dans certains aliments.
Comment utiliser l'extrait de caroube ?

How is carob extract used?

5 min of reading
The extract of carob seeds is a plant-based ingredient known for its moisturising properties, found in many skin care products as well as hair care. From the pulp of the carobs, it is also possible to extract a molecule with demonstrated self-tanning and antioxidant power namedinositol.
What Are the Benefits of Carob Extract for Hair?

What Are the Benefits of Carob Extract for Hair?

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Carob is widely used in food preparations but also in cosmetic care as a thickener in the form of gum. Carob extract, more precisely an active molecule called inositol is used in skin care, where it acts as a tanning intensifier and antioxidant. In hair care, it could promote hair growth. Let's focus on the benefits of carob extract for your hair.
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