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Saw palmetto and African plum extract 1 kg

A dual botanical solution for hair vitality and men's wellness formulas

Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) and African plum (Pygeum africanum) extract is a concentrated plant-based raw material that holds a firm place in two major industries: nutraceutical and functional food supplement manufacturing, and the cosmetic industry, where it is valued for supporting scalp and hair health. Saw palmetto berries have long been used in men's wellness formulations, while African plum bark complements their action, reinforcing the overall effect of the blend.

In cosmetic manufacturing, this extract most commonly appears in shampoos, tonics, and serums designed to address hormone-related hair thinning, making it a frequent choice for men's grooming lines, beard care products, and unisex hair care formulas. It is also used in formulas for oily skin, since it can influence sebaceous gland activity, which makes it an interesting raw material for producers of sebum-balancing creams and lotions targeting combination or oily skin types.

The second major application area is the production of capsules, tablets, and functional beverages aimed at men's wellness. Manufacturers frequently combine this extract with zinc, lycopene, nettle extract, pumpkin seed oil, and biotin to create layered formulations for men's supplement lines. This kind of combination allows brands to build recognizable product ranges with a clear positioning. A separate niche is pet supplement manufacturing, where similar formulation logic is applied in animal feed complexes.

When developing cosmetic emulsions, it is recommended to introduce the extract during the final stage, after cooling the main phase below 40 degrees, to preserve the activity of the botanical compounds. A typical working dosage ranges from 1 to 5 percent depending on the target concentration of active compounds in the finished formula. For capsule and tablet production, dosage is determined by the formulator based on the requirements of the final product and the regulatory framework of the target market. The extract pairs well with panthenol, niacinamide, caffeine, and plant oils, allowing manufacturers to expand formula functionality without compromising stability.

Storage requires a tightly sealed container kept in a dry, cool space away from direct sunlight, at room temperature, avoiding humidity fluctuations. The 1 kg packaging suits small-batch cosmetic laboratories, contract manufacturers, and smaller nutraceutical production lines that need consistent batch quality for recurring orders rather than a single trial run.

Strengthening scalp serum

Distilled water 870 g

Saw palmetto and African plum extract 25 g

Glycerin 40 g

Panthenol 20 g

Niacinamide 15 g

Caffeine 10 g

Preservative 5 g

Fragrance 15 g

Heat the water phase to around 55 degrees and dissolve the caffeine and niacinamide completely, then cool the mixture down to room temperature. Once cooled, add the glycerin, panthenol, and saw palmetto and African plum extract, stirring until the blend is fully homogeneous. Finally, incorporate the preservative and fragrance, transfer the finished serum into clean bottles with a dropper or pump, and allow the batch to stabilize for 24 hours before final packaging.

INCI	Serenoa Serulata and Prunus Africana Fruit Extract
Other
Application	handmade soap, face and body creams, lotions, shampoos, bath bombs, professional cosmetics, cosmetology, hand-made, soap making, creaming, pharmaceuticals
Att brand	USA
Color product	yellow
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	0.2-4% in the oil phase or in the active phase of the product
Minimum count	1
Name	Saw palmetto and African plum extract 1 kg
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	1 kg
Solubility	fat soluble, lipids, oils
View	oily liquid
Valid until	11.2028