Cocoa Glycolic Extract 25 ml

Cocoa Glycolic Extract: Unlock Skin's Radiance and Vitality

Unleash the power of nature with our premium Cocoa Glycolic Extract, a liquid active ingredient crafted in Germany. Ranging from light to dark brown in color with a neutral scent, this natural plant-based extract is a powerhouse of beneficial properties. Rich in microelements, it actively stimulates collagen production, provides potent antioxidant defense, enhances complexion, restores skin elasticity, and soothes irritated skin. With its excellent solubility in water, alcohol, and propylene glycol, and a wide range of applications, this extract is an indispensable addition to your cosmetic formulations.

Description and Key Features

Our Cocoa Glycolic Extract (INCI: Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Glycolic Extract) is a meticulously prepared liquid derived from cocoa beans. It leverages the well-known benefits of cocoa, delivering them in a versatile, easy-to-incorporate form. As an active ingredient, its primary purpose is to nourish, protect, and revitalize the skin, making it appear more youthful and radiant.

Key features:

• Skin Nourishment: Abundant in essential microelements, it deeply nourishes the skin, promoting overall health and vitality.
• Collagen Stimulation: Actively stimulates collagen production, crucial for maintaining skin's firmness and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Potent Antioxidant: Provides strong antioxidant action, protecting the skin from environmental damage and premature aging caused by free radicals.
• Complexion Enhancement: Works to improve skin tone and radiance, leaving the complexion looking more even and vibrant.
• Elasticity Restoration: Contributes to the restoration of skin elasticity, helping it regain its youthful bounce and resilience.
• Soothing and Softening: Possesses calming and softening properties, making it ideal for soothing irritated or sensitive skin.
• Excellent Solubility: Easily soluble in water, alcohol, and propylene glycol, allowing for seamless integration into various cosmetic bases.
• Neutral Scent: Its neutral smell ensures it won't interfere with the intended fragrance of your final product.
• Natural Origin: A 100% natural product from plant-based raw materials, ensuring purity and effectiveness.
• German Quality: Manufactured in Germany, guaranteeing adherence to high-quality standards.

Versatile Applications and Usage Areas in Cosmetics and Beyond

The exceptional properties and solubility of Cocoa Glycolic Extract make it an incredibly versatile active ingredient, suitable for a broad spectrum of products across various industries. It should always be added to the active phase of your formulations, typically during the cooling phase, to preserve its beneficial properties.

• Skincare Products:
  • Creams, Masks, Fluids, and Serums: Ideal for anti-aging formulations, brightening creams, hydrating masks, and reparative serums. Its collagen-boosting and antioxidant properties are particularly beneficial for facial skincare.
  • Lotions: Enhances body lotions with its nourishing and skin-softening effects, improving overall skin texture.
  • Eye Creams: Can be incorporated into formulations targeting puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines around the delicate eye area.
• Hair Care Products:
  • Shampoos and Conditioners: Adds nourishing and soothing benefits to the scalp, promoting healthy hair growth and improving hair condition.
  • Hair Masks: Provides intensive treatment for damaged or dull hair, restoring vitality and shine.
• Cleansing Products:
  • Soaps (handmade): Infuses handmade soaps with antioxidant and softening properties, making them more gentle and beneficial for the skin.
  • Gels (e.g., Shower Gels): Enhances daily cleansing routines with skin-loving benefits, leaving skin soft and refreshed.
• Specialized Cosmetic Applications:
  • Lip Balms: Contributes to the nourishment and soothing of dry or chapped lips.
  • Massage Products: Enhances massage oils and creams with its skin-conditioning and antioxidant properties.
  • Men's Cosmetics: Ideal for aftershave balms or facial moisturizers, offering soothing and restorative benefits.
  • Children's Cosmetics: Its gentle, soothing properties make it suitable for mild formulations for delicate skin (ensure low dosage and proper testing).
• Applications in Other Industries:
  • SPA Products: A valuable addition to luxurious SPA treatments, including wraps, scrubs, and bath soaks, for a truly indulgent and beneficial experience.
  • Aromatic Additives in Hygiene Products: Can impart subtle, natural notes and beneficial properties to a wide range of personal hygiene items.
  • Decorative Cosmetics: While not a colorant, its skin-enhancing properties can make it a desirable active ingredient in foundations or primers that offer skincare benefits.
  • Perfume Bases with Natural Notes: Can be used in natural perfume bases for its very subtle, neutral aroma profile, blending well with other notes without overpowering them.

Dosage Recommendations:

• 1-5% in creams, serums, and lotions.
• Up to 10% in shampoos, masks, and body products.

Cosmetic Recipe: "Cocoa Glow" Antioxidant Facial Serum

Create a lightweight, powerful antioxidant facial serum infused with our Cocoa Glycolic Extract to brighten complexion and stimulate collagen.

Instructions for Preparation:

1. Sanitization: Thoroughly sanitize all your equipment, including beakers, stirring rods, and your serum bottle, using isopropyl alcohol. Allow everything to air dry completely.
2. Prepare Phase A: In a clean beaker, first combine the glycerin with the xanthan gum. Stir well to create a slurry (this prevents clumping when water is added).
3. Form the Gel: Gradually add the rose hydrosol to the glycerin/xanthan gum slurry while continuously stirring with a mini-mixer or whisk. Continue stirring until the xanthan gum is fully hydrated and a clear, smooth gel forms (this may take several minutes).
4. Cooling: Allow the gel base (Phase A) to cool down to below 40°C (104°F).
5. Add Phase B (Active Phase): Once cooled, add the Cocoa Glycolic Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Preservative, and Vitamin E to the gel. Stir thoroughly after each addition to ensure even distribution of all ingredients.
6. Check pH (Recommended): Test the pH of the finished serum. For facial serums, an ideal pH is usually between 5.0 and 5.5. Adjust if necessary using a drop of diluted lactic acid (to lower pH) or a diluted baking soda solution (to raise pH).
7. Packaging: Carefully transfer the finished serum into a clean, sterile pump bottle or dropper bottle.

Recommendations for Application and Use:

• Optimal Dosing: For facial serums, a 5% inclusion of Cocoa Glycolic Extract is highly effective for delivering its antioxidant and collagen-boosting benefits. You can adjust this slightly based on your specific formulation goals.
• Adding to Active Phase: Always ensure the extract is added to the active phase of your formula, typically once the emulsion has formed and cooled to below 40°C (104°F) to preserve its delicate active compounds.
• Solubility: Since this extract is water-soluble, it integrates seamlessly into water-based serums, gels, and emulsions.
• Storage: Store the finished serum in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures, to maintain the integrity and potency of the active ingredients.
• Application: Apply a few drops of the serum to clean, toned skin morning and night before your moisturizer. Gently pat into the skin until fully absorbed.
• Patch Test: Always perform a patch test on a small, inconspicuous area of skin (e.g., inner forearm) before widespread use to check for any sensitivities or allergic reactions.