Bio Arnica CO₂ Total Extract | Arnica Montana

Arnica CO₂ Total Extract

Produced from Bulgarian Arnica montana flowers through supercritical CO₂ extraction, this deep-amber, viscous botanical extract preserves a broad spectrum of lipophilic flower components without conventional solvent residues.

Its soft earthy, dry-herbal and lightly floral profile accompanies a composition rich in sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids, carotenoids and phytosterols. It is intended for carefully diluted skincare, body-care, massage, scalp-care and aromatic formulations.

At a Glance

• Aromatic profile: Soft earthy, dry-herbal, lightly floral, hay-like and subtly resinous
• Format: Thick, viscous CO₂ total extract
• Suitable for: Skincare, body care, massage, scalp care and aromatic formulations

Specifications of Arnica CO₂ Total Extract

• Botanical Name: Arnica montana L.
• Family Name: Asteraceae
• Common Name: Arnica
• INCI: Arnica Montana (Arnica) Flowers CO₂ Absolute
• Extraction Method: Supercritical CO₂ extraction
• Part Used: Flowers
• Note: Base note
• Odor: Soft, earthy, dry-herbal, lightly floral, hay-like, tea-like and subtly resinous, with a gentle bitter-green undertone
• Appearance: Deep amber
• Texture: Thick and viscous
• Country of Origin: Bulgaria
• Solubility: Lipophilic; soluble in oils, butters and esters
• Suggested Use Level: 0.1–5%, depending on formulation type

Aromatic Profile

Soft and earthy with a dry-herbal character, light floral facets and gentle hay- and tea-like nuances.

A subtle resinous depth and bitter-green botanical undertone give the extract a grounded base-note profile.

Suitable for: botanical skincare, body-care and aromatic compositions requiring a restrained herbaceous character.

Formulation & Usage

Use Levels

• General suggested use level: 0.1–5%, depending on formulation type.
• Leave-on products: 0.5–3%.
• Rinse-off or massage products: up to 5%.
• Always dilute before topical application.

Solubility & Compatibility

• Lipophilic and soluble in oils, butters and esters.
• Compatible with carrier oils such as Jojoba, Meadowfoam and Squalane.
• Pairs with Helichrysum, Lavender and Blue Chamomile essential oils.

Composition Context

• Sesquiterpene lactones, including helenalin and dihydrohelenalin esters.
• Flavonoids, including luteolin, quercetin and kaempferol.
• Carotenoids, including beta-carotene and lutein.
• Phytosterols, including beta-sitosterol and campesterol.
• Waxes and trace essential-oil fractions.

Applications

Skincare

For carefully formulated facial oils, recovery serums, creams and products intended for tired, dull or stressed-looking skin.

Body & Massage Care

For massage oils, sports balms, body gels and post-activity cosmetic formulations.

Hair & Scalp Care

For diluted scalp-care products and formulations intended to support the appearance of healthy hair.

Aromatic Formulation

For herbaceous, grounding and comforting aromatic compositions.

Safety

• For external use only.
• Always dilute and patch test before topical use.
• Do not use on broken skin.
• Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.
• Do not use if allergic to Arnica or other plants in the Asteraceae family.

Discontinue use if itching, redness, eczema or another allergic reaction occurs.