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Chamomile CO2 Extract 5 g

How Chamomile CO2 Concentrate Fits Into Modern Formulations

Chamomile CO2 Extract in a compact 5 g package is a concentrated substance obtained through supercritical carbon dioxide extraction from the plant's flowers. This extraction method preserves the maximum amount of biologically active compounds, including chamazulene and bisabolol, which give the raw material its recognized soothing and skin-softening properties. This concentrate belongs to the CO2 Extracts category, which brings together highly active plant-based raw materials for professional formulations. The small 5 g size is well suited for home-based cosmetic making and small trial batches before scaling up a recipe.

The primary application area for chamomile CO2 extract is the production of cosmetics for sensitive and irritated skin: creams, serums, emulsions, after-shave products, and baby care lines. The component is also valued in the pharmaceutical industry for developing external ointments and gels, in intimate hygiene product manufacturing, and in the perfumery sector as a natural note with a herbal-honey character. In the food industry, chamomile extracts are occasionally used as a flavoring addition in beverages and confectionery, though this application is far less common than its cosmetic use.

The extract pairs well with other plant concentrates from the CO2 line — for instance, with Sea Buckthorn CO2 Extract, which enhances the regenerating effect of a composition, and with Green tea CO2 extract, which adds antioxidant support to a formula. A combination with Yarrow CO2 Extract also works well for blends aimed at calming irritated or redness-prone skin.

It is recommended to introduce the extract during the final stage of emulsion preparation, at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, to preserve heat-sensitive components. The standard dosage ranges from 0.3 to 2 percent of the total formula weight, depending on the desired concentration of active substances and product type. Creams and serums typically require the lower end of this range, while targeted intensive-action products may need the upper end. Store the extract in a tightly sealed container, in a cool dark place away from direct sunlight and heat sources, which prevents oxidation of active compounds and extends the raw material's shelf life.

In soap making the concentrate also finds a place — it is added to cold and hot process soap for a softer feel after rinsing, though this remains just one of many possible uses for this botanical raw material.

Calming Facial Serum for Reactive Skin

Lightweight gel base 47 g

Chamomile CO2 Extract 1 g

Squalane oil 1.5 g

Panthenol 0.5 g

INCI	Matricaria chamomilla L. СО2 Extract
Other
Application	food industry, cosmetics production, food additives, pharmaceuticals, aromatherapy, flavor-aromatic additives
Att brand	France
Color product	from yellowish marsh to dark marsh
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	0.01-2.5% in the active phase
Method preparation	supercritical fluid extraction with natural carbon dioxide; no traces of solvents and heavy metals
Minimum count	1
Name	Chamomile CO2 Extract 5 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	5 grams
Solubility	fat soluble
View	oily liquid
Valid until	03.2028