Bisabolol

Benefits for Sensitive Skin

• 100% naturally derived from the Candeia Tree in Brazil

• Vegan and cruelty free

• Great for sensitive skin formulations, reduces irritation effectively

• Adds a luxurious feel and smooth finish to skincare products

• Boosts other ingredients

• Gives natural shine to hair and skin

• Baby care, scalp and after-sun products

• Light floral scent blends well with essential oils

• Suitable for oil based and emulsion based products

• Readily biodegradable and sustainably sourced

• Compatible with lotions, enhances their effectiveness and soothing benefits

Product Description with Essential Oils

Bisabolol is a multi-functional ingredient prized for its versatility and gentle profile. Extracted from the Candeia Tree native to Brazil, this clear, colourless liquid is used in premium skincare, baby care and hair care products. Naturally scented with a light floral note, Bisabolol brings sensorial and functional benefits to many personal care formulations. Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of topical application of α-Bisabolol in enhancing skin health and promoting skin healing, highlighting its benefits in skincare.

As a cosmetic ingredient, Bisabolol improves the texture and application of creams, serums and balms, gives products a smooth and elegant finish. Oil soluble, it’s easy to incorporate into anhydrous and emulsion based formulations. The anti-nociceptive effect of α-Bisabolol has been demonstrated in various models, highlighting its capability to alleviate discomfort and support a soothing effect.

With skin conditioning properties and compatibility with sensitive skin, it’s a must have ingredient for those formulating for baby care, sensitive skincare or nourishing haircare. Whether you’re formulating for baby care, sensitive skincare or haircare, Bisabolol adds value at 0.2–2%.

What is Bisabolol

Bisabolol, also known as α-bisabolol, is a natural monocyclic alcohol derived from various plants, including German chamomile.

This versatile ingredient is a common additive in skincare products, cosmetics and essential oils due to its anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant and skin healing properties. Its therapeutic potential goes beyond skincare, reducing inflammation, promoting skin healing and even has anticancer effects. Whether from the Candeia Tree or German chamomile, Bisabolol is a powerhouse ingredient that boosts the efficacy and sensory appeal of many personal care products.

How it Works

The molecular mechanisms of Bisabolol are complex and fascinating. Bisabolol modulates various signalling pathways and molecules in the body. It inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines like TNF-α and IL-1β, key players in the inflammatory response. Bisabolol induces apoptosis in cancer cells, including pancreatic cancer cells and glioma cells, making it a potential cancer therapy. Its anti-nociceptive effects are due to its ability to inhibit voltage-dependent sodium channels and induce apoptosis in ec cells. Bisabolol’s antioxidant properties reduces lipid peroxidation and protects against hydrogen peroxide-induced damage, overall therapeutic potential. Alpha-bisabolol, a derivative of Bisabolol, has been getting attention for its anti-cancer effects. Research highlights alpha-bisabolol's ability to reduce inflammation and support skin healing, showcasing its anti-inflammatory properties. Alpha-bisabolol has neuroprotective effects, reduces oxidative stress and promotes cell survival in neuronal cells. These multiple benefits make alpha-bisabolol a valuable ingredient in both therapeutic and cosmetic applications.

How to Use

• It is oil soluble so you can add it to oils, serums and ready-made products. The percentage used is very small, only 0.2 – 2% is needed.
  
  
• Use in toothpaste.

Skin Care

• Excellent for calming down problem skin whether it be from acne-prone, rosacea, sunburn or dry-type skin conditions.
  
  
• A good choice for sensitive skin products where it protects from daily stress and the effects of pollution and gives a smoothness to the skin.
  
  
• Bisabolol can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well as hyperpigmentation (age spots).  
  
  
• Use in baby products like nappy creams and cleansing gels.
  
  
• Add to aftersun gels and light lotions to calm down any redness in the skin.
  
  
• Bisabolol is an ideal choice to add to foot creams, gels and balms.
  
  
• Soothing to itchy skin such as drying and irritating type skin problems.

• Superb in an after shave lotion to calm the razor rash and leave the skin feeling smooth.
  
  
• Add to lip gloss and give an amazing shine to the lips.
  
  
• Can be used in oil based serums, gels, creams and lotions, including those for acne prone skin.
  
  
• Very effective in body scrubs where it will help soothe the skin from any sensitivity caused by the exfoliating action.
  
  
• An ideal addition to nail and cuticle formulations.
  
  
• Whilst many people do not want a shiny face when using products, Bisabolol is great in a leg lotion as it gives a natural sheen to the skin.

 Hair Care

• Moisturises a dry scalp.
  
  
• When used in a hair pack, it will calm the scalp after chemical processing of the hair.
  
  
• Very calming for a dry, itchy scalp and can be added to shampoos and conditioner.
  
  
• When used at 1% or 2%, it imparts a great shine to the hair.