Product Description
Sourcing and specification
The CO2 extract is produced in Ukraine from St. John's wort herb, coltsfoot herb, thyme herb, nettle herb and birch buds using supercritical fluid extraction with natural carbon dioxide. CO2 Extracts yield an oily liquid free of solvent residues and heavy metals. The INCI lists St. John's wort (grass), mother-and-stepmother (grass), thyme, nettle, birch (kidney) CO2 Extract. Active constituents include flavonoids, polyunsaturated fatty acids, terpenes, tocopherol and phytosterols. The 5 g pack suits laboratory trials and small-scale production runs.
Applications for supplement and food manufacturers
Supplement producers and confectionery factories purchase the extract as a botanical raw material for functional beverages, dietary supplements and fortified foods. Cosmetic laboratories incorporate it into serums, lotions and hair masks. CO2 extract Complex for oily skin 100 g is ordered for larger batches while smaller volumes remain available for R&D. The product is supplied worldwide in both wholesale and retail quantities.
Formulation guidelines
Recommended input level is 0.5-2 percent added to the oil phase at temperatures below 40 °C. The extract is fully soluble in lipids and lipid-soluble ingredients. It remains stable in emulsions and anhydrous systems. Botanical Extracts section provides additional sourcing options for formulators.
Example serum formulation
A lightweight serum contains 1.8 percent CO2 extract, 15 percent squalane, 3 percent emulsifier, 78 percent rose hydrosol and 2.2 percent glycerin. The extract is pre-dispersed in squalane, combined with the aqueous phase and homogenized. The finished serum is applied twice daily to cleansed skin to help balance sebum and maintain a matte appearance.
Storage and shelf life
Store in a cool dark place in tightly closed containers until December 2028. Once opened the product should be used within 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
Is the extract suitable for anhydrous balms?
Yes, it integrates directly into oil-based balms and butters without additional solubilizers.
Can it be used in beverage concentrates?
The extract serves as a botanical ingredient in dietary supplement formulations and functional drink bases.
What documentation accompanies each batch?
Current documents for this product are listed in the «Documents» block of the product card.