Product description

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 potent botanical ingredients with natural antibacterial, antifungal and antioxidant properties that synergistically complement each other. The blend has a dark brown colour, an oily consistency and a fresh herbal aroma. It is created from a harmoniously balanced combination of sage, hops, liquorice, turmeric, clove, oregano and ajowan extracts.

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

Key benefits

• Strong natural antimicrobial effect - works against bacteria, mould and yeast due to the content of carvacrol, thymol, eugenol and xantorrizole.
• Antioxidant action - carnosol and carnosic acid from sage protect formulations from oxidation and improve product stability.
• Oral hygiene support - Liquorice and clove extracts have antibacterial action against pathogens that cause tooth decay and gingivitis.
• Suitable as a natural preservative - 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% (according to the desired intensity of antimicrobial effect)
• Temperature stability: Recommended to be added during cooling (at temperatures below 40 °C)
• Compatibility: Compatible with all vegetable oils, waxes, CO₂ and essential oils
• Handling: Concentrated extract - do not apply directly to skin. Mix gently before use.

Cosmetic uses

An antimicrobial CO₂ blend is suitable as a natural preservative for cosmetic formulations that require protection against microorganisms without the use of synthetic substances. Thanks to its composition, it is effective against a wide range of bacteria and fungi. It contains active ingredients such as carvacrol, thymol, eugenol, xanthorrhizol, humulones, lupulones, carnosol and carnosic acid, which provide a strong antimicrobial and antioxidant effect. The blend also provides a delicate herbal aroma that promotes the freshness of the products. It is ideal for oral care products, natural deodorants, soaps, shampoos or 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, tightly closed and out of reach of children. Product is concentrated - do not apply directly to skin or mucous membranes. It is recommended to store in light-protective packaging to preserve the stability of the active ingredients.
For more information on the quality of the product, please refer to the attestation, which we update with each new batch.
Use appropriate protective equipment when handling.

FAQ

To learn more about the benefits and uses of CO₂ extracts, read our article CO₂ extracts and their uses.

See also other CO₂ extracts in the Handymade.sk offer.