Description: Oligosccarides (sugars) obtained from chicory root (Cichorium intybus). Colorless, slightly yellow liquid viscous solution, water soluble. Preserved with sodium benzoate and gluconlactone.
CAS: 7732-18-5, 8043-29-6, 68650-43-1, 39300-88-4, 532-32-1, 90-80-2
INCI Name: Water, glycerin, Ichorium intybus (Chicory) root oligosaccharides, caesalpinia spinosa gum, sodium benzoate, gluconolactone
Benefits:
- Shown to have an immediate and medium term tightening effect on the skin thanks to sequential release of the active ingredient
- After regular application the skin looks tight, firm and without signs of fatigue
- Restores skin’s splendor. Enables smoother makeup application
- Shown to increase collagen synthesis in in-vitro test systems
Use: Add to the water phase of formulas. Usual concentration 2-10%. For external use only.
Applications: Tightening lotions and serums, specialty masks, daily moisturizers, make-up formulations.
Country of Origin: Spain
Raw material source: Chicory roots (Cichorium intybus)
Manufacture: SkinTight C-Root is made from extracts from chicory roots and then further purified to obtain oligosaccharides.
Animal Testing: Not animal tested
GMO: GMO free but not certified
Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components
Documents:
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Fact Sheet,
Sample Recipe,
Certificate of Analysis