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Raspberry Extract 100 ml

How Raspberry Extract Supports Skincare, Beverage, and Confectionery Formulations

Raspberry extract is obtained by drawing out valuable compounds from the fruit using a water-alcohol or water-glycerin base, which preserves natural antioxidants, organic acids, vitamins, and flavonoids characteristic of this berry. This concentrate belongs to the category of Liquid Extracts, which covers plant-based raw materials for the cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical industries. Demand for raspberry extract spans well beyond home crafting: it is widely used by manufacturers of creams and lotions, developers of tonic beverages and confectionery additives, and creators of scented household products with berry notes.

In cosmetic formulations, raspberry extract is valued for its toning and refreshing effect on the skin, along with its ability to improve texture and support the natural epidermal barrier. It is typically added to creams, emulsions, toners, shower gels, and masks at the final production stage, once the mixture cools below 40 degrees Celsius, which helps preserve the heat-sensitive active compounds. Recommended dosage usually ranges from 1 to 5 percent of the total formulation weight, depending on the recipe type and the desired intensity of effect. This extract pairs well with other berry concentrates: interesting blends emerge alongside currant berry extract, which adds extra vitamin support, and with strawberry extract, which enhances the fruity aroma of the finished product.

In the food industry, raspberry concentrate is used to add flavor and aroma to yogurts, desserts, soft drinks, syrups, and confectionery goods, where precise dosage matters since the concentrate has a pronounced taste profile. In household chemistry and candle production, the extract is sometimes used to build berry-scented compositions alongside natural fragrances, though its primary application remains in skincare and color cosmetics.

Compatibility with other formulation components is fairly broad: raspberry extract does not conflict with most water-based emulsifiers, preservatives, or thickeners, and it interacts well with vegetable oils when creating two-phase products. For berry-focused product lines, it is often combined with blueberry berry extract, resulting in a multi-component antioxidant complex.

The 100 ml packaging is convenient for home cosmetic making, trial batches, and small studio-scale development, allowing formulators to test a recipe before scaling up production. Store the extract in a tightly sealed container, in a cool dark place away from direct sunlight and heat sources, to keep the active compounds stable throughout its shelf life.

Berry Antioxidant Facial Mist

Distilled water 85 ml

Raspberry extract 6 ml

Glycerin 4 ml

Cosmetic preservative 1 ml

INCI	Rubus idaeus Extract
Other
Att brand	Ukraine
Color product	from yellow to burgundy
Concentration	3-7%
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Minimum count	1
Name	Raspberry Extract 100 ml
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	100 ml
Solubility	water, alcohol, glycerin
View	liquid
Valid until	12.2028