Bisabolol

Rating:very good

INCI name

  • BISABOLOL,

Alternative names

  • Levomenol,
  • Bisabol,
  • Alpha Bisabolol,

Origin

  • synthetic,

Definition

  • (R*,R*)-.alpha.,4-dimethyl-.alpha.-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)cyclohex-3-ene-1-methanol,

INCI function

  • palliative,

Substance category

No information available

Characteristics

  • helps relieve discomfort of the skin and scalp
  • Prevents infection
  • Skin calming
  • approved for certified natural cosmetics

CAS-No.

  • 515-69-5,

EINECS/EILINCS-No.

  • 208-205-9,

Studies, literature and statements

Kursbuch Kosmetik, page 54

Bisabolol, an ingredient in chamomile, works to prevent inflammation and calming for sensitive skin.

Körperpflegekunde und Kosmetik, page 80

Is the main active ingredient in chamomile. It prevents infection, but has fewer allergens than the complete extract from chamomile. The effect of bisabolol only starts a few hours after application. The chamomile active ingredient is especially appropriate for baby creams in the diaper area, sensitive skin, lip crèmes and after-sun lotions.

Springer Lexikon Kosmetik, page 68

Herbal ingredient in cosmetic preparations. Occurrence: in the essential oil of chamomile. Cosmetic application: care for sensitive skin, blemished skin; in sunscreens; after-sun products, etc. Evaluation: recommendable.

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