Product description

The antimicrobial CO₂ blend is a complex natural extract produced by supercritical carbon dioxide extraction from several medicinal plants, with the addition of a small amount of ethanol as a carrier. It combines effective plant-based components with natural antibacterial, antifungal and antioxidant properties that complement each other synergistically. The blend has a dark brown colour, an oily consistency and a fresh herbal aroma. It is created from a harmoniously balanced combination of extracts of sage, hops, liquorice, turmeric, clove, oregano and ajowan.

Type of extraction: Supercritical carbon dioxide extraction (CO₂)
Designation: CO₂-to – total extract blend (blend of total extracts)
Composition: 30 % sage extract (standardised with 40 % organic sunflower oil), 20 % hop CO₂-to extract (standardised with 35 % organic sunflower oil), 15 % CO₂ liquorice extract (standardised with 50 % organic sunflower oil), 15 % CO₂-se turmeric extract, 10 % CO₂-se clove bud extract, 5 % CO₂-se ajowan extract and 5 % CO₂-se oregano extract.

Key benefits

• Strong natural antimicrobial effect – acts against bacteria, moulds and yeasts thanks to the content of carvacrol, thymol, eugenol and xanthorrizol.
• Antioxidant action – carnosol and carnosic acid from sage protect formulations against oxidation and improve product stability.
• Support for oral hygiene – liquorice and clove extracts provide antibacterial effects against pathogens causing dental caries and gum inflammation.
• Suitable as a natural preservative component – limits the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic formulations without the use of synthetic preservatives.
• Synergistic action of plants – the combination of seven CO₂ extracts provides comprehensive protection against microbial contamination.

Suitable for products such as

• Toothpastes, mouthwashes and herbal elixirs
• Deodorants, shower gels and soaps
• Creams and ointments with natural preservation
• Regenerating products and body lotions
• Special cosmetics with antimicrobial effect

Use in formulation

• Solubility: Oil phase
• Recommended dosage: 0,1 – 2 % (depending on the desired intensity of the antimicrobial effect)
• Temperature stability: It is recommended to add during cooling (at a temperature below 40 °C)
• Compatibility: Compatible with all vegetable oils, waxes, CO₂ and essential oils
• Handling: Concentrated extract – do not use directly on the skin. Gently mix before use.

Cosmetic use

The antimicrobial CO₂ blend is suitable as a natural preservative ingredient in cosmetic formulations that require protection against microorganisms without the use of synthetic substances. Thanks to its composition, it acts effectively against a wide spectrum of bacteria and fungi. It contains active substances such as carvacrol, thymol, eugenol, xanthorrizol, humulones, lupulones, carnosol and carnosic acid, which provide a strong antimicrobial and antioxidant effect. At the same time, the blend provides a gentle herbal aroma that supports the freshness of products. It is ideal for oral care products, natural deodorants, soaps, shampoos and creams, where it replaces common preservatives and extends the shelf life of formulations.

Safety and storage

For external use only. Store in a cool, dry and dark place, well closed and out of the reach of children. The product is concentrated – do not apply directly to the skin or mucous membranes. It is recommended to store it in light-protective packaging to maintain the stability of the active substances.
More detailed information about product quality can be found in the certificate of analysis, which we update with each new batch.
Use suitable protective equipment when handling.

FAQ

If you want to learn more about the benefits and use of CO₂ extracts, read our article CO₂ extracts and their use.

Also have a look at other CO₂ extracts offered by Handymade.sk.