Marshmallow Root Extract

Marshmallow Root Extract

Item No. BOT-MRSHMAL-01
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Description
Description
High-purity extract from European marsh mallow roots (Althea Officinalis L.). The plant is well-known for its anti-irritant, soothing and emollient properties. Extract concentration is 2-3%. Dissolved in water and glycerin.
Benefits
  • Contains mucilage which is rich in asparagine, pectin, starch, polysaccharides, betaine, tannins, galacturonic acid, glucuronic acid, and galactose, mineral salts, and vitamins (A, C, E and B complex).
  • Provides effective soothing, anti-irritant and moisturizing properties
  • Ideal for irritated and sensitive skin, and baby care products
Use
Add to formulas as is, use level: 1-5%. For external use only.
Applications
Pre/after sun lotions, hydrating and soothing skin care products, baby care products, under-eye treatments, hair care products.
CAS
56-81-5, 7732-18-5, 73049-65-7, 24634-61-5, 532-32-1
INCI
Althea Officinalis (marshmallow) root extract
composition
Althea Officinalis (marshmallow) root extract, glycerin, water, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Brown slightly viscous liquid, faint plant odor
Solubility
Water-soluble
Preservation
Sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
Spain
Raw Material Source
Marsh mallow (Althea Officinalis) roots, glycerin made of naturally derived oils
Manufacture
Prepared via a cold process to avoid potential loss of effectiveness heat processing can have. Created from organically grown, pesticide-free materials which are extracted first with a specified eluant to yield a concentrate. This concentrate is then dissolved in glycerin and water at a concentration of 5 % concentrate and 95% diluents.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
Certified GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
1302190100