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Paprika CO2 Extract 5 g

A Fiery Botanical Concentrate Beyond the Kitchen Shelf

Paprika CO2 extract is produced through supercritical carbon dioxide extraction from red pepper pods, a gentle method that preserves carotenoids, capsaicinoids and fatty acids without leaving solvent residues or exposing the material to high heat. This extraction technique is highly valued in the food industry, where the concentrate serves as a natural colorant and flavor enhancer for sausages, sauces, seasonings, snacks and ready meals. Food manufacturing remains the primary global driver of demand for this raw material, since paprika extract replaces synthetic dyes while delivering an authentic reddish-orange hue and a warm spicy character. This item belongs to the CO2 Extracts category, which brings together concentrates obtained through a solvent-free method favored by producers of clean-label formulations.

Beyond food applications, paprika extract is also used in cosmetic manufacturing as a component of warming and toning body treatments, cellulite-targeting creams and massage blends, since capsaicinoids stimulate local blood circulation and produce a gentle warming sensation on the skin. In skincare formulations it is typically added to a cool or slightly warmed oil phase at low dosages, generally between 0.1 and 0.5 percent of the total formula, to prevent irritation while achieving a mild toning effect. In fragrance and aromatic work, paprika concentrate occasionally appears in spicy, gourmand or oriental compositions where a warm peppery accent is desired, and in candle-related craft it can contribute an unusual spicy undertone alongside conventional wax bases, with soap remaining a minor third example rather than a core use case.

The extract blends well with other botanical CO2 concentrates, allowing formulators to build multi-functional complexes. For nourishing and restorative blends it pairs naturally with Rosehip CO2 Extract, whose vitamin-rich profile softens the warming intensity of paprika. For calming and soothing formulas, combining it with Yarrow CO2 Extract works well, while blends aimed at oily or congested skin often benefit from adding Dill CO2 Extract alongside it.

The 5 gram packaging is intended for home-based formulation work and small trial batches, making it practical for anyone testing a new recipe before scaling up production. Store the extract in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and heat sources, in a cool dark place to preserve the activity of its compounds and prevent oxidation of the fatty acids. Because the concentrate is potent, it is advisable to work with gloves and precise scales, since even a small overdose can produce a noticeably strong warming effect.

Warming Massage Oil Blend

Sweet almond oil 30 ml

Jojoba oil 15 ml

Paprika CO2 extract 0.4 ml

Rosehip CO2 extract 1 ml

Vitamin E 0.5 ml

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INCI	Paprika (Capsicum annuum) CO2 Extract
Other
Application	food industry, cosmetics production, food additives, pharmaceuticals, aromatherapy, flavor-aromatic additives
Att brand	England
Color product	dark red to dark brown
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	0,01-0,5%, гели и флюиды для пористой кожи — 0,01-0,15%, массажные гели и противоотечные лосьоны для тела — 0,05-0,15%, антиоксидантная добавка к готовой косметике — 0,1-0,2%, сыворотки для проблемной кожи — 0,05-0,1%, лосьоны для укрепления волос — 0,4%, капилляроукрепляющие маски — 0,1%, смываемые пенные составы — 0,3-0,5%
Method preparation	supercritical fluid extraction with natural carbon dioxide; no traces of solvents and heavy metals
Minimum count	1
Name	Paprika CO2 Extract 5 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	5 grams
Solubility	fat soluble
View	oily liquid
Valid until	12.2028