Supercritical CO2 extract of Calendula 5 g (1 PC)

SUPERCRITICAL CO2 EXTRACTS – PRODUCTS OF THE XXI CENTURY!!!

CO2 extracts are a concentrate of the plant’s own substances, without traces of solvent.

Advantages of CO2 extracts:
- 100% natural and environmentally friendly;
- do not contain solvents, inorganic salts, heavy metals and preservatives;
- convey the taste and aroma of the raw materials from which they are obtained;
- do not contain microorganisms, toxins and herbicides;
- maximum concentration of active substances.
A supercritical fluid has:

- high density, close to liquid;
- low viscosity;
- in the absence of interphase boundaries, surface tension also disappears.

At this temperature, plant cell substances do not undergo thermal degradation and retain their beneficial properties to the maximum.

Typically, 1.5% to 15% of the extract is extracted from plants, seeds and fruits.

Important advantages of using SC-CO2 as a solvent for extraction on an industrial scale are its non-flammability, low toxicity and chemical inertness.

Application area:
- shampoos;
- hair care products;
- medical cosmetics;
- perfumes;
- skin care products;
- massage oils;
- toothpastes and oral hygiene products;
- aromatherapy;
- soaps and detergents;
- rinse aids and scented bath salts.

Chemical composition of the extract obtained with supercritical carbon dioxide: carotenoids, diglycerides, monoglycerides, sterols, phospholipids, tocopherols, terpenoids, aldehydes, ketones, esters, flavone aglycones, alcohols, organic acids, alkaloids, tannins, phenolic compounds, glycosides, minerals, amino acids.

Calendula CO2 extract is used to improve the protective properties of the skin, reduce the influence of external chemical or mechanical irritants on it, as an anti-inflammatory and skin smoothing component; it improves skin regeneration processes; strengthens skin capillaries, restores skin cover, increases capillary strength. It is included in anti-inflammatory and soothing creams, sunscreens and children's cosmetics.

The biological activity of CO2 extract is manifested through an effective stimulating effect on metabolic processes. This property makes it indispensable as an active component for the production of cosmetics for men: shower gels, shaving and aftershave creams, as well as in anti-cellulite and massage products.

Description of appearance: thick pasty mass or oily liquid. The color and aroma correspond to the color and aroma of the raw materials used.

If you are allergic to calendula, the component is contraindicated for use.