Wheat Germ CO2 Extract 1 kg

Why bulk skincare manufacturers rely on wheat germ extract

Wheat Germ CO2 Extract is produced through liquefied carbon dioxide extraction, a gentle method that avoids solvents and high heat, preserving the natural concentration of tocopherols, phytosterols, squalene and polyunsaturated fatty acids found in the germ. This dense nutritional profile is exactly why the raw material is primarily sought after by manufacturers of anti-aging and skin-repair cosmetics, pharmaceutical companies producing vitamin E capsules, and food producers who use it as a natural antioxidant to stabilize vegetable oils against rancidity. The 1 kg packaging is designed for exactly this kind of demand — conveyor-scale production of creams, serums, body oils and functional supplements, where consistent supply and stable quality matter more than a single small batch. Buyers looking for wholesale volumes will find this extract listed within the CO2 Extracts category, alongside other concentrated botanicals for building complete care lines.

In formulation, wheat germ extract is added to the oil phase during the cooling stage of an emulsion, at temperatures not exceeding 40-45 degrees Celsius, to protect the heat-sensitive tocopherols from degradation. Recommended usage rates in finished cosmetic products range from 1 to 5 percent of the total formula weight, which is sufficient to deliver emollient, antioxidant and restorative benefits without making the texture heavy. For functional food oils and dietary supplements, the concentration is typically lower, around 0.1 to 0.5 percent, primarily to extend shelf life through natural oxidation protection. The extract blends well with other carrier oils, natural emulsifiers and thickeners, and pairs effectively with other CO2 concentrates to build a layered formula. In mature-skin formulas it is frequently combined with CO2 extract for mature skin, while in soothing and repair-focused creams it is often paired with St. John's wort CO2 extract.

Beyond facial and body skincare, industrial applications of wheat germ extract include lip balm production, hair and lash strengthening treatments, and massage oil blends, where its nourishing and protective role is valued without imparting a strong odor to the base. Another important segment is nutraceuticals and encapsulated supplements aimed at supporting skin and hair health from within, where the extract is prized for its naturally high vitamin E content. For fragrance layering in finished formulas, it is often combined with lighter aromatic extracts such as Fennel CO2 Extract, which adds a mild comfortable scent and supportive action to the final product. Storage requires an airtight container kept in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations, preserving the activity of the biologically valuable compounds throughout the shelf life and ensuring quality consistency across large production runs.

Restorative body butter for production-scale batching

Wheat Germ CO2 Extract 35 g

Shea butter 180 g

Sweet almond oil 120 g

Emulsifying wax 90 g

Distilled water 550 g

Vegetable glycerin 20 g

Broad-spectrum preservative 5 g