Sebum Regulating Extract Complex 1 L

Sebum-Regulating Extract Complex: Your Solution for Balanced Skin and Scalp

Discover the Sebum-Regulating Extract Complex, a powerful botanical blend expertly formulated in Germany to help balance oily skin and scalp. This versatile liquid extract, ranging in color from yellow to brown, is fully water-soluble and boasts a pH of 6.86, making it an easy-to-integrate active for a wide range of cosmetic formulations. With a flexible dosage rate of 3-20%, this complex is your key to creating effective products that promote a healthier, less oily complexion and scalp.

Description and Key Features

The Sebum-Regulating Extract Complex is a sophisticated fusion of five potent botanical extracts, carefully selected for their synergistic effects on sebum production and overall skin and scalp health. Its liquid form ensures effortless incorporation into water-based formulations, while its natural color and characteristic scent blend seamlessly into your product.

The INCI list reveals the remarkable composition of this complex:

• Water, Propylene Glycol: Forming the base for the extract blend, ensuring stability and ease of dispersion.
• Bambusa Vulgaris (Bamboo) Extract: Rich in silica, bamboo extract is known for its mattifying properties, helping to absorb excess oil and provide a smooth finish. It also contributes to skin elasticity and strength.
• Vinca Minor (Periwinkle) Extract: Often associated with astringent and soothing properties, periwinkle can help tighten pores and calm irritated skin, reducing redness associated with oiliness.
• Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract: Known for its invigorating and purifying properties, ginger extract can help stimulate circulation in the scalp and possess antiseptic qualities beneficial for acne-prone skin.
• Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Extract: Valued for its allantoin content, comfrey extract is a powerful soothing agent that promotes skin healing and regeneration, counteracting any potential irritation from overactive sebaceous glands.
• Schisandra Chinensis (Schisandra) Extract: An adaptogenic herb, Schisandra is rich in antioxidants and can help improve skin's resilience, contributing to a more balanced and healthy complexion.

This unique combination works in harmony to control excess sebum, refine pores, reduce shine, and maintain a healthy skin and scalp environment.

Versatile Applications and Usage Areas in Cosmetics

The Sebum-Regulating Extract Complex is incredibly adaptable, making it an indispensable ingredient for formulators targeting oily and combination skin types, as well as oily scalps:

• Facial Care Products:
  • Mattifying Serums and Moisturizers: Incorporate into lightweight serums, lotions, and creams designed to reduce shine, minimize the appearance of pores, and provide a lasting matte finish for oily and combination skin.
  • Acne-Prone Skin Treatments: Its ability to control sebum and its soothing properties make it ideal for cleansers, toners, and spot treatments aimed at managing breakouts and preventing new blemishes.
  • Purifying Cleansers and Toners: Add to facial washes, micellar waters, and toners to provide a deep cleansing action that removes excess oil and impurities without over-drying.
  • Oil-Control Masks: Formulate purifying clay masks or gel masks that effectively draw out excess oil and detoxify the skin, leaving it feeling fresh and balanced.
• Scalp and Hair Care Products:
  • Oily Scalp Shampoos and Conditioners: Integrate into shampoos and conditioners specifically designed to balance scalp oiliness, reduce greasiness, and promote a healthier environment for hair growth.
  • Scalp Tonics and Serums: Create leave-on treatments for the scalp that help regulate sebum production, reduce itching, and refresh oily roots throughout the day.
  • Dry Shampoos (liquid formulations): Can be part of a liquid dry shampoo formula that helps absorb oil and refresh hair between washes.
• Body Care Products:
  • Back and Chest Sprays/Lotions: For individuals experiencing body acne or excessive oiliness on the back or chest, this complex can be included in targeted body sprays or lotions.
  • Post-Workout Refresher Sprays: Can be part of a cooling and balancing body mist for use after exercise, helping to control sweat and oil.

The high maximum dosage of 20% allows for powerful, concentrated formulations, while the minimum of 3% ensures efficacy even at lower concentrations, providing flexibility for various product types and desired intensity. Its water solubility makes it an easy "cold process" addition to most formulations, simplifying your manufacturing process.

Cosmetic Recipe: "Pore Perfecting" Mattifying Face Toner

Create a refreshing and balancing face toner designed to control oil, minimize pores, and soothe the skin, featuring the Sebum-Regulating Extract Complex.

Instructions for Preparation:

1. Sanitization: Thoroughly sanitize all your equipment (beakers, stirring rods, bottles) using isopropyl alcohol. Allow everything to air dry completely.
2. Combine Base: In a clean beaker, measure out the distilled water.
3. Dissolve Solids: Add Niacinamide and Allantoin to the distilled water. Stir thoroughly until both powders are completely dissolved. This may take a few minutes.
4. Add Hydrosol: If using, add the Witch Hazel Hydrosol to the mixture and stir well.
5. Incorporate Sebum-Regulating Complex: Add the Sebum-Regulating Extract Complex to the mixture. Stir well for several minutes to ensure even distribution.
6. Add Preservative: Add your chosen broad-spectrum preservative to the tonic. Stir thoroughly for at least 2-3 minutes to ensure it's evenly distributed throughout the solution.
7. pH Check and Adjustment: Check the pH of your toner using a pH meter or pH strips. The ideal pH for a face toner is typically between 5.0 and 5.5. Adjust if necessary using a diluted solution of lactic acid (to lower pH) or baking soda solution (to raise pH), adding drop by drop and rechecking until the desired pH is reached.
8. Final Transfer: Carefully pour the finished toner into a clean, sterile bottle with a cap or pump dispenser.

Recommendations for Application and Use:

• Optimal Dosing: The recommended dosage for the Sebum-Regulating Extract Complex is 3-20%. A 10% inclusion rate in toners provides significant benefits without making the product overly concentrated.
• Cold Process Integration: This complex is water-soluble and can be easily added to formulations in the cool-down phase or directly to cold-processed products. Always ensure thorough mixing.
• pH Stability: The pH of the complex (6.86) is relatively neutral, making it generally compatible with various formulations. However, always check the final pH of your product and adjust as needed for optimal efficacy and skin compatibility.
• Storage: Store the finished toner in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight, to maintain the stability and efficacy of the ingredients.
• Patch Test: Before applying a new product to your entire face or scalp, always perform a patch test on a small, inconspicuous area to check for any sensitivities or allergic reactions.
• Layering: For enhanced results on oily or acne-prone skin, use this toner as part of a routine that includes a gentle cleanser and a lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturizer.
• Consistency: Consistent use of products containing this complex is key to seeing noticeable improvements in sebum regulation and skin balance.