Leuzea extract, 1 L

Leuzea Extract (Rhaponticum carthamoides extract): Your Natural Boost for Skin Vitality

Discover the potent benefits of Leuzea Extract (INCI: Rhaponticum carthamoides extract), a high-quality WSG (Water-Soluble Glycerin) type extract proudly produced in Ukraine. This liquid botanical powerhouse is your secret weapon for enhancing skin vitality, promoting regeneration, and revitalizing your complexion. With its excellent water solubility and a recommended input percentage of 5-7% in the active phase, Leuzea Extract is a versatile addition to a wide array of cosmetic formulations, bringing nature's strength to your beauty routine.

Description and Key Features

Leuzea Extract, also known as Maral Root, is derived from the Rhaponticum carthamoides plant, historically valued for its adaptogenic and restorative properties. In cosmetics, it's recognized for its ability to invigorate the skin, support its natural processes, and offer protective benefits.

Key features and benefits:

• Skin Regeneration and Renewal: Leuzea extract is a powerful ally for skin regeneration. It supports cellular turnover, aiding in the repair of damaged skin and promoting a healthier, more vibrant complexion.
• Adaptogenic Skin Support: Like an adaptogen for your skin, it helps the skin adapt to environmental stressors, strengthening its resilience against daily aggressors.
• Toning and Invigorating: It possesses toning properties that can help to improve skin firmness and elasticity, contributing to a more youthful and toned appearance.
• Antioxidant Protection: Rich in beneficial compounds, Leuzea extract acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect skin cells from oxidative stress and environmental damage.
• Soothing and Calming: It can help soothe and calm irritated skin, making it suitable for sensitive or compromised complexions.
• Water-Soluble Glycerin (WSG) Type: This ensures excellent solubility in water-based formulations, allowing for easy integration into various cosmetic products without affecting their clarity or stability.

Versatile Applications and Usage Areas in Cosmetics

Leuzea Extract is a highly versatile ingredient, ideal for boosting the efficacy of numerous skincare and bath products. Its regenerative and adaptogenic qualities make it particularly beneficial for products aimed at revitalizing and protecting the skin. (Not for use in candles).

• Face Masks: Incorporate Leuzea Extract into hydrating, regenerating, or anti-aging face masks to provide an intensive boost for skin renewal and vitality. It helps to leave the skin feeling refreshed and looking more vibrant.
• Tonics and Mists: Add to facial tonics, essences, or mists to deliver a refreshing and invigorating sensation. These products can help to prepare the skin for further treatments, balance pH, and provide a light, hydrating layer.
• Creams and Ointments: Enhance the regenerative and protective properties of facial and body creams, lotions, and ointments. It's particularly useful in formulations designed for stressed, tired, or recovering skin.
• Bath Products: Include in bath soaks or bath bombs (ensure proper dispersion if adding to water-only phases without an emulsifier) for a revitalizing and invigorating bathing experience that benefits the skin.
• Handmade Soaps: While primarily water-soluble, it can be incorporated into handmade soaps (both melt-and-pour and cold process) during the cool-down phase to infuse the soap with its beneficial properties, offering a skin-friendly cleansing experience.
• Hair and Scalp Treatments: Consider using in scalp tonics or hair masks to help invigorate the scalp and support healthy hair growth, benefiting from its regenerative properties.
• Post-Exposure Skincare: Due to its adaptogenic and protective qualities, it can be a valuable addition to products designed for skin recovery after exposure to harsh environmental conditions or stress.

Recommended Dosage: The suggested concentration for Leuzea Extract in cosmetic formulations is 5-7%, to be added to the active phase (typically after the emulsion has formed and cooled, or into the water phase if it's a water-based product like a toner, ensuring it's added below 40°C if the formula involves heating).

Cosmetic Recipe: "Revitalizing Glow" Face Mask

Create a refreshing and regenerating face mask using Leuzea Extract to boost skin vitality and promote a healthy glow.

Instructions for Preparation:

1. Sanitize: Thoroughly sanitize all your equipment (beakers, stirring rods, mask containers) with isopropyl alcohol and allow them to air dry completely.
2. Prepare Phase A (Aqueous Gel Base): In a clean beaker, disperse xanthan gum into glycerin, stirring vigorously until a lump-free slurry forms. This helps prevent clumping when adding water.
3. Form the Gel: Slowly add the distilled water to the glycerin/xanthan gum slurry while continuously stirring with a mini-mixer or whisk until a clear, homogeneous gel forms. This might take a few minutes.
4. Cool Down: Allow the gel to cool to below 40°C (104°F). This is crucial for adding heat-sensitive active ingredients like Leuzea Extract.
5. Add Phase B (Active Phase): Once the gel has cooled, slowly add the Leuzea Extract, D-Panthenol, and your chosen preservative. Stir thoroughly after each addition to ensure complete distribution and incorporation.
6. Check pH (Recommended): Test the pH of your finished mask. For a face mask, an ideal pH range is typically 5.0-6.0. Adjust if necessary by adding a tiny drop of diluted lactic acid to lower pH or diluted baking soda solution to raise pH.
7. Package: Carefully transfer the finished mask into a clean, sterile container.

Recommendations for Use:

• Dosage of Leuzea Extract: The 7% concentration in this mask recipe provides a potent dose for skin revitalization. You can adjust this within the 5-7% recommended range depending on the desired intensity.
• Temperature Sensitivity: Always add Leuzea Extract (and other heat-sensitive actives) to the cooled formulation (below 40°C) to preserve its beneficial properties.
• Water Solubility: As a water-soluble extract, it integrates seamlessly into water-based gels, serums, toners, and the aqueous phase of emulsions.
• Storage: Store the finished mask in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight, to maintain its efficacy and extend its shelf life. The preservative ensures microbial stability.
• Application: Apply a generous layer of the mask to clean, dry skin on your face and neck. Leave on for 15-20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use 1-2 times per week for best results.
• Patch Test: Always perform a patch test on a small, inconspicuous area of skin (e.g., inner forearm) before widespread use, especially if you have sensitive skin or are new to an ingredient.