A concentrated botanical solution for hair and scalp care formulations
Coltsfoot Extract Concentrate 100 ml is a rich plant-based ingredient valued by cosmetic manufacturers for its calming, sebum-balancing and follicle-strengthening properties. This item belongs to the Extract Concentrates category, which brings together concentrated botanical extracts for professional formulation work, suitable both for small-batch studio production and for steady, repeatable manufacturing of skincare and haircare lines. The 100 ml size is aimed at producers who have moved beyond single trial batches and now require consistent volumes for shampoos, conditioners, tonics, masks and scalp lotions.
The primary demand for coltsfoot extract comes from the haircare and scalp care industry. The plant is traditionally recognized for its soothing and anti-inflammatory qualities, which is why the concentrate is commonly added to anti-dandruff formulas, strengthening treatments for weakened hair, and calming products for irritated scalps after coloring or chemical treatments. Beyond haircare, the extract is also used in formulations for blemish-prone facial skin, soothing toners and lotions for sensitive skin, and in some household or hygiene compositions where a gentle plant-derived active is preferred over synthetic alternatives.
During production, the extract should be added at the final stage of the process, once the base has cooled to around 35-40 degrees Celsius, to preserve the plant's active compounds. A typical dosage ranges from 1 to 5 percent of the total finished product weight, depending on the desired intensity and the overall formula concentration. Increasing the dosage beyond this range does not proportionally improve results, so moderate levels are recommended along with testing the finished emulsion before committing to a full production run.
Coltsfoot extract blends well with other botanical concentrates, allowing formulators to build multi-active compositions. Combined with Laminaria Extract Concentrate, it creates a mineral-rich blend popular in firming body treatments. Adding Alfalfa Extract Concentrate boosts the nourishing profile, especially useful for dry and depleted skin products, while pairing it with Hibiscus Extract concentrate introduces a toning, antioxidant-rich component often favored in anti-aging scalp and follicle formulas.
Proper storage matters for maintaining the extract's activity: keep the container tightly sealed, away from direct light and heat sources, in a cool dry place. When these storage conditions are followed, the botanical compounds remain stable throughout the stated shelf life, making the ingredient reliable for planning recurring production cycles.
For manufacturers operating at a small-batch or growing studio scale, the 100 ml size allows accurate dosing across several production runs without frequent reordering of smaller containers, simplifying inventory management as a haircare or skincare line expands.
Calming scalp tonic spray
Distilled water 160 ml
Coltsfoot Extract Concentrate 6 ml
Hibiscus Extract concentrate 2 ml
Panthenol liquid 4 ml
Broad-spectrum preservative 2 ml
Pour the distilled water into a clean container and dissolve the panthenol liquid into it, stirring gently until fully blended. Add both plant extracts one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then finish with the preservative before transferring the tonic into a spray bottle and letting it rest for a day before applying it to the scalp between washes.