Bisabolol.
What is it?
Bisabolol is a natural monocyclic sesquiterpene alcohol commonly used in skincare products for its soothing properties. It is known for its ability to calm and protect the skin, making it a popular ingredient in formulations designed for sensitive or irritated skin. Bisabolol is valued for its mildness and effectiveness.
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Bisabolol is a natural monocyclic sesquiterpene alcohol commonly used in skincare products for its soothing properties. It is known for its ability to calm and protect the skin, making it a popular ingredient in formulations designed for sensitive or irritated skin. Bisabolol is valued for its mildness and effectiveness.
Where does it come from?
Bisabolol is primarily derived from the essential oil of the chamomile plant (Matricaria chamomilla), where it is found in high concentrations. It can also be sourced from the bark of the Candeia tree (Vanillosmopsis erythropappa) native to Brazil.
What are the benefits?
What are the benefits?
- Soothing: Bisabolol is known for its ability to calm and soothe the skin, making it ideal for sensitive or irritated skin. It helps to alleviate redness and irritation caused by environmental stressors or skin conditions.
- Antioxidant: Bisabolol has antioxidant effects that help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals.
- Enhances Skin Repair: It promotes the natural repair of minor wounds, cuts, and irritation, and is often used in products designed to soothe and repair the skin.
- Purifying Action: Bisabolol has mild purifying properties, which can help prevent the growth of microorganisms on the skin, making it useful in formulations for pore-clearing.
- Improves Product Efficacy: Bisabolol can enhance the penetration of other active ingredients into the skin, boosting the overall effectiveness of skincare products.
How is it used in our products?
Bisabolol is used, for example, in F75 Lip Balm and F78 Arbequina Cleansing Oil from OLIVEDA. Included for its ability to soothe and calm the skin while reducing irritation and redness and enhancing skin repair.
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