Glycolic Tea Tree Extract
Botanical Extract
Botanical extract for cleansing and oily-skin formulas.
TECHNICAL DATA
INCI Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
No. CAS Not specified individually
APPLICATIONS
TonersGelsCleansersShampoo
DESCRIPTION
Tea Tree Extract (Glycolic)
Glycolic tea tree extract is obtained from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, known for its purifying and soothing properties. It is used in cosmetic products for oily or blemish-prone skin, helping control the look of excess oil and reduce the look of imperfections without causing irritation.
Practical formulation guide
Usage level: Recommended usage level
- 1–10 %, depending on product type and formulation.
How to use and incorporate: Aqueous, glycolic or glycerin extracts: add to the water phase or during cool-down (below 40 °C/104 °F). Oil extracts: add to the oil phase or during cool-down. Powdered extracts: first dissolve or disperse in water or glycerin. Adjust the pH at the end.
Formulation tips:
- Extracts contribute color, odor and microbial load: use a broad-spectrum preservative system and run a microbial challenge test on the final formula.
- They may precipitate in the cold or over time; filter or shake before use and check that the color or clarity of the finished product does not change.
- Before scaling up, make a pilot batch and run a stability test (cycles at 4 / 25 / 45 °C/39 / 77 / 113 °F for 4 weeks, checking odor, color, pH, viscosity and separation) in the final packaging.
Compatibility: Incompatibilities
- Stable over a wide pH range. • May oxidize slightly with prolonged exposure to light and air. Keep closed.
Storage: Keep in a closed container in a cool, dry place away from direct light and heat sources. • Ideal temperature: 15 °C/59 °F – 25 °C/77 °F
Precautions: For cosmetic use only. • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. • Keep out of reach of children. Handling Wear gloves and eye protection when handling in formulations. - Ensure good ventilation in the work area. - Do not ingest.
Technical information for formulators: This sheet describes industrial uses of the raw material in the development of cosmetic products. It is not an efficacy claim for any finished product. The person responsible for the formulation must validate the concentration, compatibility and claims of their product in accordance with applicable regulations.
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