Liquid extract of Nettle glycolic

Nettle leaf extract glycolic

Appearance: homogeneous dark green liquid;

Mass fraction of dry matter: 20%

Plant part used:  leaves;

Species: stinging nettle.

The extract is stabilized with sodium benzoate.

Active substances:
vitamins: phylloquinone (Vit K), ascorbic acid (Vit C), vit. group B (B1, B2, pantothenic acid), carotenoids;
macro and microelements: potassium, calcium, iron, copper, manganese, boron, selenium, silicon, etc.;
organic acids (formic, oxalic, succinic, fumaric, lactic, citric, quinic);
urticin, chlorophyll, sitosterol, flavonoids.

Stinging nettle leaves are unique multivitamin concentrates.
Due to the high content of vitamin K, nettle extract exhibits hemostatic properties.

Effective in the prevention of rosacea, for strengthening hair follicles, against hair loss, as a regenerating and wound-healing agent. Tones and vitaminizes the skin. Has antimicrobial activity.

Dosage 5-30%
For external use:

as part of shampoos, masks and hair balms; for rinsing the mouth for stomatitis, gingivitis, periodontal disease; when caring for problem skin, incl. combined with signs of acne, excess fat; for toning tired and aged skin. Suitable for sensitive skin, eliminates irritation and itching.

It is advisable to combine propylene glycol extract of nettle with CO2 extract to obtain a full spectrum of biologically active substances from this valuable plant in one cosmetic product.

Store in a cool, dark place.

Water-propylene glycol extracts are concentrated extracts from medicinal plant materials, obtained using dihydric propylene glycol alcohol, highly purified, in combination with water.
Propylene glycol itself is a moisture-retaining agent, a co-preservative, and can also serve as a conductor of some biologically active substances through the skin barrier.
This is a safe extractant, a sweetish, colorless, odorless, non-toxic substance, registered as a food additive E1520. Propylene glycol is widely used in the cosmetics and perfume industries as a carrier, softener and humectant in shampoos, creams, toothpastes, lipsticks, tonics, and lotions.
The advantage of propylene glycol extracts over conventional alcohol extracts

- do not separate cosmetic emulsions, easily integrating into water-based products;

- non-toxic and do not irritate the skin;

- have a low cost;

- capable of accumulating both hydrophilic and many lipophilic substances (water- and fat-soluble vitamins, beta-carotene, mineral salts, alkaloids in the form of alkalis, organic acids, sugars, phenolic compounds and polyphenols, including flavonoids, terpenes, amino acids and peptides)

- Thanks to the extractant carrier, they promote the penetration of the biologically active substances of the extract into the skin.