Description

Boswellia Carterii Resin Extract is obtained from the resin of the Boswellia carterii tree, commonly known as Ethiopian frankincense. This extract is used in cosmetic and skincare formulations for its beneficial properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Chemical Constituents:
Boswellic Acids: Includes compounds such as beta-boswellic acid, acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid (AKBA), and others, known for their anti-inflammatory effects.
Essential Oils: Contains volatile oils that contribute to its characteristic aroma and may have additional therapeutic effects.
Resins: The extract includes various resins that are responsible for its gum-like consistency.
Structure: The extract contains concentrated boswellic acids and other bioactive compounds from the resin, which are dissolved or suspended in a suitable solvent.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a viscous, amber to brown liquid or a thick paste.
Odor: Characteristically woody, resinous, and slightly spicy.
Solubility: Soluble in oils and alcohols, may need emulsification for incorporation into water-based formulations.
Texture: Thick, sticky, and sometimes gelatinous.

Production Process:

Resin Harvesting: The resin is harvested from the Boswellia carterii tree by making incisions in the bark. The exuded resin is collected and processed.
Extraction: The resin is then subjected to extraction processes, which may involve solvents or other methods to obtain the extract while concentrating the active boswellic acids.
Purification: The extract is purified to remove impurities and to ensure a high concentration of active ingredients.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its anti-inflammatory, soothing, and anti-aging properties. It helps to calm irritated skin, reduce redness, and improve overall skin health.
Personal Care: Incorporated into creams, serums, and lotions for its ability to enhance skin elasticity and provide a calming effect.

Safety and Environmental Considerations:

Safety: Generally regarded as safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products when used as directed. Individuals with allergies to resins or very sensitive skin should exercise caution.
Environmental Impact: Sustainable harvesting practices should be employed to prevent overexploitation and to ensure the preservation of the Boswellia carterii tree. Proper sourcing helps to maintain ecological balance and support local communities.

INCI:


Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.

Fragrance. It plays a very important role in the formulation of cosmetic products as it provides the possibility of enhancing, masking or adding fragrance to the final product, increasing its marketability. It is able to create a perceptible pleasant odour, masking a bad smell. The consumer always expects to find a pleasant or distinctive scent in a cosmetic product.

Smoothing. The function of this component is to make the surface of the skin more even, reducing roughness and irregularities.

Surfactant - Foam booster. It has the effect of introducing gas bubbles into the water and affects the cleaning process by helping to spread the cleanser. Since sebum has an inhibiting effect on the bubble, more foam is produced in the second shampoo.
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CAS: 89957-98-2 1491152-64-7 EC number 289-620-2