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Potent anti-inflammatory and wound healing agent. Ideal at just 1% usage rate.
Alpha-Bisabolol Natural
Ingredients/Tech Specs:
CTFA Name: Alpha-Bisabolol Natural
INCI Name: Bisabolol
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Brazil
Packaging: BPA-free pails, BPA-free jugs, amber glass bottles
Description: Clear to light yellow, oily liquid; woody, floral, fresh aroma
Applications: Skincare, Soap Manufacturing, Hair care
Benefits: anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, skin soothing, reduces redness, boosts skin’s natural regeneration and healing properties, enhances absorption of other ingredients
Suggest levels of usage: 0.07-1%
Suggested products: hair gels, serums, treatments, skincare creams, lotions, serums, oil serums, baby care products, acneic skincare lines, post treatment solutions (peels, laser, microneedling)
Optimum pH range: 3.0 – 11.0
Alpha Bisabolol is a monocyclic sesquiterpene alcohol with natural anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory agent that promotes healing and soothing. Alpha Bisabolol Natural is sourced from the Candeia tree and contains 100% (-)-α-bisabolol, the only biologically active isomer, while the synthetic version of the product contains only 50% (racemic mixture (±) α-bisabolol).
Alpha-Bisabolol can be used in a variety of hair care and skin care products such as emulsions, gels and serums. Its compatible over a wide pH range of 3-11. The suggested usage rate is 0.07 – 1%. It is stable at very high temperatures but should not be exposed to temperatures of 120C and above.
Alpha-Bisabolol is an excellent ingredient to include in any formulations specifically targeting a reduction in inflammation. Alpha-bisabolol natural is much stronger than a synthetic version, with at least 95% strength. Alpha-Bisabolol works to downregulate inflammatory cytokines. Alpha-Bisabolol has been proven to help reduce redness and swelling in eczema, acne, psoriasis and dermatitis.
Incorporate alpha-Bisabolol into formulations targeting aging and sun damage. The strong skin healing effects work to help combat oxidative stress, reducing signs of wrinkles and repairing damage due to sun and environmental factors. Alpha-Bisabolol natural is very gentle on skin and can be used twice a day without irritation.
Alpha-Bisabolol can also be added to products to help decrease natural product aroma. It has a naturally sweet, woodsy aroma which works as a deodorizer, helping to balance out natural product scents.
Alpha-Bisabolol is also said to help increase the absorption rates of other active ingredients. This is why it is often paired with other actives like Tetrahexyldexyl Acetate (oil soluble vitamin c), retinaldehyde, astaxanthin, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acids.
In addition to the strong anti-inflammatory markers, Alpha-Bisabolol has been proven to specifically reduce fungi, candida albicans, and gram-positive bacteria. This makes it an excellent addition to products such as wound healing salves and tattoo care products.
The NIH has published a study on alpha-bisabolol in skincare formulations, notating the benefits of potent ability to help sooth irritated skin, reducing inflammation in individuals with eczema and dermatitis. They also studied the benefits on the treatment of melasma, stating that individuals saw an improvement in facial texture, skin oiliness, brightness, hydrated skin and overall appearance.
Formulation Notes:
Alpha-Bisabolol should be added in the oil phase of your formulations. Add in when cooling the oils down to maintain maximum effectiveness.
This can very easily be added to a serum or lotion base, or into an oil based facial moisturizer. Usage rate is a max of 1% so a little goes a long way.
Alpha Bisabolol complies with the European Cosmetics Regulation No.2023/1115 EC, regarding deforestation-free products. Meets the requirements for Halal and Kosher since it isn’t derived from animals or animal by-products, it does not contain ethanol or ethanol is not used in its manufacturing process and the equipment is manufacturing equipment is cleaned to avoid any cross contamination.
Sustainability and Responsible Harvesting Notes:
“The cadeia tree (Eremanthus erythropappus) is a native species from Brazil, with natural occurrences mainly in Serra da Mantiqueira and Serra da Espinhaço in the State of Minas Gerais. The essential oil extracted from this wood is rich in alpha-(-)-bisabolol, which is widely used in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries due to its well-known anti[1]inflammatory properties.
Through appropriate stewardship techniques, it is possible to explore this natural resource according to sustainable practices in Brazil. Thanks to research supported by Federal University of Lavras (UFLA), ideal approaches to the conservation of natural forests of candeia have been defined.
As the main result, this research contributed to the creation of an exclusive legislation, which established the conditions for the sustainable use of this species. Furthermore, a program committed to sustainability was started in 2002 to plant candeia and since then large sums has been invested in the preparation of seedling nursery and plant cultivation.
This work, which continues to be developed, includes the production and the distribution of more than 100,000 seedlings per year, and is conducted on a farm in Baependi – Minas Gerais, where experimental studies are also developed in partnership with UFLA, focusing on quality and its establishment after planting. Currently over one million seedlings have been planted, ensuring sustainability in the production of natural alpha bisabolol.
Since the beginning, we aim to ensure the existence of the product in the future, and as a result of this successful work, the candeia tree never figured in the list of plant species threatened with extinction.”
Alpha Bisabolol Natural does not contain the following impurities:
Pesticides
1,4 – dioxane
Methanol
Heavy Metals
Phthalates
Nitrosamines
Alpha-Bisabolol is sold in 1/2-ounce amber glass bottles, 1-ounce amber glass bottles, 4-ounce amber glass, 8-ounce amber glass, 16-ounce amber glass, BPA-free half-gallon plastic jugs, BPA-free 1- gallon plastic jugs, BPA-free 5-gallon plastic buckets, and 55+gallon sizes. Please email us directly for 55-gallon+ orders.
Short Term Storage: Air tight container. Dark location. Cool room temperature.
Long Term Storage: Removing air from storage container will delay oxidation and rancidity (may need to place in a smaller container). Refrigeration can extend shelf life.
Best Used By: One year from date of purchase.
Shelf Life: See C of A for lot specific expiration dates.
