Product Description
Sourcing and specification details
Wormwood CO2 Extract is obtained by supercritical fluid extraction with natural carbon dioxide. The resulting oily liquid carries the INCI name Artemisia Absinthium CO2 Extract and originates from France. Pack size is 5 g. CO2 Extracts are free from solvent residues and heavy metals, meeting requirements of cosmetic laboratories and food manufacturers.
Technical properties and dosage guidelines
The extract is fat-soluble and shows limited solubility in water. Standard input level ranges from 0.1 % to 0.5 %. It is introduced during the cooling phase of emulsions below 40 °C. Storage in a cool dark place in a tightly closed container preserves quality until December 2028.
Integration into cosmetic laboratory formulas
Formulators add the material to serums, creams, hair toners and scalp lotions. Larger pack Wormwood CO2 Extract 100 g supports scale-up trials. Compatibility with oil phases allows use in balms and cleansing products for consistent batch production.
Role as botanical raw material for supplements and food production
Manufacturers of dietary supplements, functional beverages and confectionery worldwide purchase this extract as a botanical ingredient for their formulations. Both private formulators and industrial factories use retail and wholesale quantities to enrich finished products. Botanical Extracts like this support clean-label development across markets.
Example formulation for a hair tonic
Water phase 80 %, humectants 15 %, solubilizer 4 %, Wormwood CO2 Extract 0.3 %, preservative 0.7 %. The extract is pre-dispersed in the solubilizer before final mixing at room temperature to ensure even distribution.
Storage conditions and shelf life
Keep the container tightly closed in a cool dark location. The product remains suitable for use until December 2028, facilitating long-term inventory planning for global supply chains.
Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended phase for addition?
The extract is added during the cooling stage after the emulsion reaches below 40 °C.
Is the material suitable for oil-based food applications?
Yes, it serves as a botanical raw material in oil-based dietary supplement and functional food recipes.
Can the extract be used in alcohol-containing toners?
Limited solubility in water-alcohol mixtures requires pre-dispersion in an oil or solubilizer first.