Rosemary Extract

eneral Description
Rosemary Extract is a premium, natural multifunctional ingredient widely utilized in the skincare, personal care, and food industries. Distinguished by its high content of bioactive compounds such as Carnosic Acid and Rosmarinic Acid, it serves as a powerful natural antioxidant and a synergistic preservative booster, while simultaneously offering significant soothing benefits for the skin.

Mechanisms of Action

• Potent Natural Antioxidant:
  Functions as a high-efficiency free radical scavenger. It inhibits the oxidative degradation of lipids (oils) and active ingredients, effectively preventing product rancidity, discoloration, and loss of potency. It serves as an effective natural alternative to synthetic antioxidants (e.g., BHT, BHA).

• Antimicrobial Synergy:
  Possesses broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against bacteria and molds. When combined with preservatives like Phenoxyethanol or Caprylyl Glycol, it exhibits a strong synergistic effect, significantly enhancing the overall preservation system and allowing for a reduction in synthetic preservative dosage.

Key Benefits

• Formulation Stabilization:
  Ensures the freshness and stability of the product by blocking oxidation pathways. It extends shelf life and maintains the sensory and functional integrity of the formula.

• Soothing & Barrier Support:
  Gentle and skin-friendly, it rapidly alleviates symptoms of sensitivity, including redness and irritation caused by external aggressors. It aids in strengthening the skin barrier and maintaining dermatological health.

• Clean Label Solution:
  Supports "natural" and "additive-free" marketing claims by reducing the reliance on synthetic additives.

Applications & Compatibility

• Target Industries: Personal Care (Skincare, Hair Care), Food Preservation, and Household Products.

• Formulation Suitability: Universally compatible with lotions, creams, serums, and oil-based systems.

• Stability Profile: Exhibits excellent thermal stability and tolerance to a wide pH range. It is highly compatible with various surfactants and actives without interfering with product efficacy.

• Primary Functions: Natural Antioxidant, Preservative Booster, Soothing/Anti-Inflammatory Agent.