Shikakai Liquid Extract - Oil Soluble (O/S)

Oil-Soluble Extracts Explained

It Prepared via a cold process to avoid potential loss of effectiveness heat processing can have. Created from naturally grown materials which are extracted first with a specified eluant to yield a concentrate. This concentrate is then dissolved in safflower oil at a concentration of 10% concentrate and 90% diluents. Unlike their water-soluble counterparts, oil-soluble extracts are concentrated flavors dissolved in an oil base, such as vegetable oil, instead of water or alcohol.

Shikakai Liquid Extract 

Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract comes from the shikakai nuts grown in central and south India. It is an excellent herb for hair treatment and is mixed in various herbal shampoos. It is Ayurvedic in nature that contains so many medicinal properties. this plant has been used as a hair cleanser in most parts of India. Shikakai contains vitamin C and D, and other properties that make it ideal for hair care. The extract is also gentle on the skin and is often used as a mild cleanser and moisturizer. 

Common Names : Shikakai, Acacia Concinna, Soap Pod, fruit for hair

Solubility: Oil Soluble

Benefits:

• It is high in important nutrients, thus it may keep hair healthy and prevents breakage and brittleness
• Have anti-bacterial properties that are crucial in preventing tooth and gum infections
• Soothes the scalp
• Shikakai which means “Fruit for hair” is part of traditional Indian ayurvedic medicine. It is a plant used to control hair loss and dandruff.

Use: Creams & lotions, skin cleansers, hair care products, after-sun products, hair moisturizing sprits, hair conditioners and body lotions.

Applications: Add to formulas to the oil phase. Typical use level: 5-10%. For external use only.

This is a natural product which may darken with age (discoloration will not affect efficacy). Slight fallout may occur over time. Protect from oxidation. Store at room temperature.

INCI: Safflower oil, Acacia Concinna (Shikakai) Extract