Commonly known as: Bambusa Arundinacea Juice (I.N.C.I.), Tian Zhu Huang, Thorny Bamboo.
Botanical name: Bambusa arundinacea.
Extraction process: Pressing of the stems, followed by drying of the extracted sap.
Family: Poaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Stems.
Cultivation area, origin: Originally from the hill forests of India. Today, it is present in all tropical zones.
Blooming: Randomly throughout the year, depending on the climate.
Origin, provenance: India.
Phytochemical composition: Minerals, primarily in the form of silica.
Sensory properties: Appearance: Fine powder with a smooth texture; Colour: Light beige to white; Odour: Almost odourless.
Physical properties: Recommended dosage: 1 - 5%.
Concerns: Absorbent, soothing, moisturising, remineralising, regenerating, toning, mattifying.
Effect: All skin types, particularly combination to oily skin, acne-prone skin, and dry skin; All hair types, especially dry and brittle hair; Indicated for strengthening the matrix of soft/fragile and brittle nails.
Facial Care (serums, exfoliating treatments, cleansers); Body Care (body lotions, nail care); Hair Care (dry shampoos, masks); Makeup (loose or compact powders, eyeshadows, blushes, lipsticks, mascaras, foundations, nail polishes); Hygiene (deodorants, shower gels).
Store at room temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
Bamboo juice is a non-irritating ingredient. It poses no risk to the body and is tolerated by all skin types.