Bisabolol
Category: Soothing agent
Brief description: Bisabolol is a compound found in the German chamomile plant, though it can also be produced synthetically. It's recognized for its skin-soothing properties.
Benefits: Helps calm and soothe the skin, reduces inflammation, and promotes skin healing.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly beneficial for sensitive or inflamed skin.
Target audience: Individuals with sensitive or inflamed skin.
Chemical composition: An unsaturated sesquiterpene alcohol.
Physical aspect: Clear, colorless to slightly yellowish liquid with a faint floral aroma.
Compatibility: Compatible with most skincare ingredients.
Concentration: Used at concentrations up to 1%.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Rare but may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Regulatory status: Generally recognized as safe for use in cosmetics.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Can be naturally sourced or synthetically produced. The sustainability of natural sources depends on farming and extraction practices.
Brief description: Bisabolol is a compound found in the German chamomile plant, though it can also be produced synthetically. It's recognized for its skin-soothing properties.
Benefits: Helps calm and soothe the skin, reduces inflammation, and promotes skin healing.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly beneficial for sensitive or inflamed skin.
Target audience: Individuals with sensitive or inflamed skin.
Chemical composition: An unsaturated sesquiterpene alcohol.
Physical aspect: Clear, colorless to slightly yellowish liquid with a faint floral aroma.
Compatibility: Compatible with most skincare ingredients.
Concentration: Used at concentrations up to 1%.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Rare but may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Regulatory status: Generally recognized as safe for use in cosmetics.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Can be naturally sourced or synthetically produced. The sustainability of natural sources depends on farming and extraction practices.
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