Description

Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf water is the distilled water obtained from the leaves of Chamaecyparis obtusa, commonly known as Hinoki cypress, belonging to the Cupressaceae family. This water is valued for its refreshing, soothing, and mildly antimicrobial properties, making it beneficial in various cosmetic and skincare applications.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND STRUCTURE

Chemically, Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf water contains a diluted concentration of the bioactive compounds present in the leaves, including:

Terpenes: such as α-pinene and β-pinene, which contribute to the aromatic and soothing properties of the water.
Flavonoids: known for their antioxidant properties, helping to protect the skin from oxidative stress.
Essential Oils: present in trace amounts, providing a refreshing and mildly antimicrobial effect.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: a clear, transparent liquid.
Odor: fresh, woody, with a slight citrus note characteristic of Hinoki cypress.
Solubility: completely soluble in water.
Density: similar to water, with slight variations depending on the concentration of active compounds.

PRODUCTION PROCESS

Harvesting: the leaves of Chamaecyparis obtusa are collected, typically from mature trees.
Distillation: the water is obtained through a steam distillation process, capturing the volatile compounds from the leaves.
Filtration: the distilled water is filtered to remove any impurities.
Packaging and Storage: the final water is packaged in appropriate containers and stored in a cool, dry place to maintain its freshness.

APPLICATIONS

Cosmetics: used in skincare products for its refreshing, soothing, and mildly antimicrobial properties.
Skin Care: included in toners, facial sprays, and lotions to hydrate and refresh the skin.
Hair Care: used in hair sprays and leave-in products for its fresh, light fragrance and soothing benefits.
Aromatherapy: employed for its relaxing and refreshing scent.
Daily Use: used in personal care products such as refreshing sprays and natural deodorants.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Sustainability: the production of Chamaecyparis obtusa leaf water is generally sustainable, especially when the leaves are harvested from responsibly managed forests.
Toxicity: the water is considered safe for use in cosmetic and skincare products, with a low risk of irritation.
Allergenicity: as with all plant extracts or chemical components, individual reactions of intolerance or allergy cannot be excluded.

INCI


Antimicrobial agent. This ingredient is able to suppress or inhibit the growth and replication of a broad spectrum of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses by making the stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal.

Antioxidant agent. Ingredient that counteracts oxidative stress and prevents cell damage. Free radicals, pathological inflammatory processes, reactive nitrogen species and reactive oxygen species are responsible for the ageing process and many diseases caused by oxidation.

Hair conditioning agent. A significant number of ingredients with specific and targeted purposes may co-exist in hair shampoo formulations: cleansers, conditioners, thickeners, matting agents, sequestering agents, fragrances, preservatives, special additives. However, the indispensable ingredients are the cleansers and conditioners as they are necessary and sufficient for hair cleansing and manageability. The others act as commercial and non-essential auxiliaries such as: appearance, fragrance, colouring, etc. Hair conditioning agents have the task of increasing shine, manageability and volume, and reducing static electricity, especially after treatments such as colouring, ironing, waving, drying and brushing. They are, in practice, dispersants that may contain cationic surfactants, thickeners, emollients, polymers. The typology of hair conditioning agents includes: intensive conditioners, instant conditioners, thickening conditioners, drying conditioners. They can perform their task generally accompanied by other different ingredients.

Skin protectant. It creates a protective barrier on the skin to defend it from harmful substances, irritants, allergens, pathogens that can cause various inflammatory conditions. These products can also improve the natural skin barrier and in most cases more than one is needed to achieve an effective result.
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CAS: 91745-97-0 EC number 294-769-1