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Coltsfoot Extract Powder 1 kg

A Botanical Concentrate Built for Consistent Formula Performance

Coltsfoot extract powder in a 1 kg pack suits small-batch and studio-scale production where matching results across formulations really matters. This is a concentrated powder obtained from plant material through extraction and subsequent drying, which preserves a high concentration of naturally occurring compounds while offering a long shelf life and easy dosing. The item sits within the Powdered Extracts and Algae category, which brings together botanical concentrates used in emulsions, serums, toners and other functional blends.

Across global markets, coltsfoot extract is most commonly used in scalp and hair care formulations, as well as in soothing and toning products for sensitive facial and body skin. The powder is added to shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, toners and creams built on water or water-alcohol bases, where its properties are expressed most fully. Beyond cosmetics, dried botanical extracts of this kind also appear in dietary supplement manufacturing, herbal tea blends, functional beverages, and select household chemistry formulas built around plant-derived actives.

When working with this extract, the stage of introduction into a formula matters. The powder is first dissolved in a small amount of warm water, glycerin or another polar solvent, then added to the finished emulsion during the cooling phase at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, avoiding degradation of active compounds under heat. A typical dosage across most recipes ranges from 0.1 to 1 percent of the total formula weight, with the exact concentration best determined through testing based on the desired intensity of effect.

Coltsfoot extract pairs well with other botanical concentrates, making it easy to build layered, multi-component formulas. Combined with ginseng extract powder, it produces revitalizing blends for tired-looking skin and hair, while adding coffee extract powder boosts the antioxidant profile and suits fresh, energizing products. For softening and nourishing recipes, pairing it with coconut extract powder adds a pleasant, silky texture to the finished blend.

Store the powder in a tightly sealed container, in a dry, dark place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and excess humidity, which can cause clumping and reduce potency over time. Under proper storage conditions, the raw material retains its properties for an extended period, which is convenient for production lines with steady output throughout the year.

Calming Scalp Toner

Distilled water 850 ml

Coltsfoot extract powder 8 g

Glycerin 30 ml

Cosmetic alcohol 100 ml

Solubilizer 10 g

Fragrance oil optional 3 ml

INCI	Tussilago farfara leaf extract (and) Maltodextrin
Other
Att brand	Germany
Color product	appropriate
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	1-4%, растворять в водной фазе как сухой экстракт и процеживать, либо добавлять как пудру в маски и обертывания для волос, лица и тела. Спреи, эмульсии, гели — 1-1,5%, убтан, молочко — 0,5-2%, мыло и бельди — 1%, маски, скрабы, гоммажи, антицеллюлит — 1-3%, тоник, мицеллярная вода, шампунь — 1,5%
Minimum count	1
Name	Coltsfoot Extract Powder 1 kg
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	1 kg
Solubility	easy in hot water, polysorbate-80, hardly noticeable sediment is possible
View	powder
Valid until	12.2028