Description
Extract from the Horehound plant (Marrubium Vulgare L, Lamiaceae) which belongs to the mint family. Dissolved in glycerin and water.
Benefits
- Soothes sensitive and dry skin (e.g. from sun exposure)
- Helps to reduce and calm skin irritations and blemishes (e.g. after shaving)
- Very valuable ingredient in after-sun products and for the aged skin
Use
Add to aqueous phase of formulas (creams, lotions, gels) or add at the end of the formulation process. Typical use level is 1-3%. Can be processed either warm (60°C/140°F) or cold. It is stable in the pH-range of 4.0-7.0. For external use only.
Applications
Formulations for the sensitive skin, products for irritated and stressed skin, after-sun products, after-shave products.
