Ginkgo Biloba CO₂ Extract (Ginkgo Biloba)

CO₂-extracted Ginkgo Biloba leaf oil is a rare and highly specialized botanical extract valued for its unique phytochemistry, potent antioxidant activity, and ability to support circulation and skin vitality. Unlike conventional carrier oils that are rich in triglycerides, ginkgo leaf oil is obtained from the dried leaves of the Ginkgo biloba tree, one of the oldest living tree species on Earth, dating back more than 200 million years. Through supercritical CO₂ extraction, both lipophilic (fat-soluble) fractions and key bioactive compounds are gently captured, resulting in an oil that is rich in terpenoids, flavonoids, and a modest but significant content of fatty acids.

This makes CO₂-extracted Ginkgo Biloba leaf oil a premium ingredient for advanced skincare, hair care, and nutraceutical applications where antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and microcirculation-supporting properties are desired.

The extraction process uses carbon dioxide under supercritical conditions, allowing the selective capture of fat-soluble compounds from ginkgo leaves without the use of harsh solvents or high heat. This gentle process preserves sensitive constituents such as ginkgolides, bilobalide, flavone glycosides (quercetin, kaempferol), and the small fraction of fatty acids naturally present in the leaf. The result is a viscous, greenish-golden oil with a characteristic herbaceous aroma and an exceptionally rich phytochemical profile.

Unlike seed or nut oils, ginkgo biloba leaf oil is defined not only by its fatty acid profile but also by its unique terpene lactones and flavonoids that give it its biological activity. These compounds include:

Ginkgolides A, B, C, J – diterpenes known for their platelet-activating factor (PAF) antagonism and microcirculatory benefits.

Bilobalide – a sesquiterpene with neuroprotective and antioxidant effects.

Flavonoids – such as quercetin, kaempferol, and isorhamnetin, which help scavenge free radicals.

Skincare:

- Has vasodilatory properties.
- Significantly activates blood microcirculation in tissues affected by cellulite.
- Saturates blood and tissues with oxygen.
- Activates cellular metabolism.
- Is a powerful antioxidant, protecting cell membranes from destruction by free radicals.
- Restores the elasticity and strength of blood vessels.
- Prevents premature aging, especially caused by UV rays.
- A powerful anti-aging component.
- Strengthens skin, hair, and nails.
- Has a skin-whitening effect.
- Cleanses the skin of sebum.
- Helps the skin cope with stress caused by adverse environmental influences.