Bisabolol.
What is it?
Bisabolol is a natural monocyclic sesquiterpene alcohol commonly used in skincare products for its soothing and anti-inflammatory 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 often listed as alpha-bisabolol in ingredient lists and 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 and anti-inflammatory 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 often listed as alpha-bisabolol in ingredient lists and 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 and Anti-Inflammatory: Bisabolol is known for its ability to calm and reduce inflammation, making it ideal for sensitive or irritated skin. It helps to alleviate redness, itching, and irritation caused by environmental stressors or skin conditions.
- Properties: Bisabolol has antioxidant effects that help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, which can lead to premature aging.
- Enhances Skin Healing: It promotes the healing of minor wounds, cuts, and burns, and is often used in products designed to soothe and repair the skin.
- Antimicrobial Action: Bisabolol has mild antimicrobial properties, which can help prevent the growth of bacteria on the skin, making it useful in formulations for acne-prone skin.
- 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 the skin and reduce irritation, enhance skin repair, reduce redness, and calm inflammation.
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