Citrustem 5 ml

Citrustem Orange Callus Culture Ingredient for Advanced Facial Care Formulas

Citrustem is a ready-to-use botanical cosmetic active based on water, glycerin, and sweet orange callus culture extract. It is suitable for serums, emulsions, masks, and professional concentrates developed to support smoother texture, visual firmness, and a well-conditioned appearance of mature skin. In the Mylo Opt catalog, it is listed in the Cosmetic Actives Wholesale category.

The full INCI is Water, Glycerin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Callus Culture Extract, Xanthan Gum. Water provides the main carrier, glycerin supports moisture retention, orange callus culture extract is the principal botanical element, and xanthan gum helps maintain a uniform dispersion.

Unlike a conventional orange peel extract or citrus essential oil, Citrustem is based on cultured plant cells. The callus material is developed under controlled conditions to provide a standardized cosmetic ingredient suitable for repeatable commercial production.

Product concepts for Citrustem

The active is primarily used in skin care designed for visible signs of aging, dryness, uneven texture, and reduced firmness.

It can be incorporated into facial serums, cream gels, day and night creams, eye-area products, masks, and treatments for the neck and decollete. The pre-dispersed liquid form simplifies addition to aqueous and emulsion systems.

Citrustem is not intended to fragrance the final product. It does not replace orange essential oil or a citrus perfume composition and can be used in fragrance-free cosmetic concepts.

Its botanical biotechnology positioning is suitable for premium facial care, professional products, modern clean formulations, and private label ranges.

Ingredient combinations

In hydrating serums, Citrustem can be combined with sodium hyaluronate, betaine, panthenol, glycerin, amino acids, and polysaccharides.

For richer emulsions, suitable complementary materials include ceramides, peptides, squalane, phytosterols, tocopherol, and lightweight botanical oils.

Eye-area products may combine Citrustem with caffeine, peptides, and gentle humectants, provided the complete formulation is developed for that application and tested for compatibility.

The active is also suitable for hydrogel masks and professional concentrates containing alginates, hydrocolloids, hydrosols, and botanical complexes.

Processing recommendations

Citrustem can be added to the aqueous phase or incorporated during the cool-down stage of an emulsion. Processing below 40°C is preferred.

Moderate mixing is normally sufficient to achieve uniform distribution. High-speed mixing should be limited in low-viscosity serums to reduce excessive air incorporation.

A practical use level is approximately 0.5-5%, depending on the intended product, the concentration of other actives, and the documentation supplied for the specific batch.

Its water and glycerin content should be included in the overall phase calculation. The xanthan gum already present in the ingredient may contribute slightly to viscosity and should be considered when selecting carbomer, cellulose gum, or another rheology modifier.

Serums, emulsions, and masks

In lightweight aqueous serums, Citrustem can form part of a multifunctional hydration system with hyaluronic acid, betaine, and panthenol.

In emulsions, the active is incorporated after the main structure has formed and the batch has cooled. Jojoba oil, squalane, MCT oil, and other lightweight emollients can be used in the lipid phase.

In professional masks, the ingredient may be blended with polysaccharides and botanical extracts. Pilot batches are required to confirm viscosity, appearance, preservation, and compatibility with the selected packaging.

Citrustem is also suitable for neck and decollete concentrates where a lightweight texture and plant cell culture positioning are desired.

Stability and storage

The completed formulation should be evaluated for pH, viscosity, color, odor, microbial stability, and compatibility with the preservation system.

Emulsions should be checked for phase separation, while clear serums and gels require observation for haze, sediment, or unwanted changes in texture.

Store Citrustem in a tightly closed container protected from direct light and excessive heat. Follow the supplier documentation for the exact storage temperature and shelf life.

Citrustem botanical barrier cream

Purified Water 66 ml

Orange Blossom Hydrosol 10 ml

Citrustem 4 ml

Glycerin 3 ml

Betaine 3 g

Jojoba Oil 4 ml

Squalane 4 ml

Emulsifier 4 g

Panthenol 1 ml

Preservative 1 ml

Dissolve betaine in purified water and add glycerin. In a separate vessel, combine jojoba oil, squalane, and the selected emulsifier. Heat both phases according to the emulsifier processing requirements, then combine and mix until a uniform emulsion forms. During cool-down below 40°C, incorporate orange blossom hydrosol, panthenol, Citrustem, and preservative. Mix until homogeneous, then verify pH, viscosity, and stability before filling.