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Olive Oil has been known for its benefits since ancient times, and recent studies have emphasized its unique properties. In modern cosmetics, products derived from olive oil are of wide interest since they combine the olive oil properties with wide ranging new formulation opportunities. OLIVE BUTTER is obtained from Olive Oil through our innovative process, preserving the essential properties the Olive Oil. Our process does not include any hydrogenation step. Olive Butter can play a positive role in many cosmetic formulations. It spreads easily on the skin and has excellent penetrating and moisturizing characteristics which help repairing and softening dry skins. In formulations, OLIVE BUTTER helps in: - improving the spreading and moisturizing effects in finished products - building up body and structure in a formulation, stabilizing emulsions and adjusting viscosity.

Japan CLS: 520-576-42 The unsaponifiable fraction of Olive Oil contains the natural hydrocarbon squalene as a predominant component. Hydrogenation of this unsaponifiable fraction provides OLIVE DERIVED SQUALANE. Low temperature chromatographic purification techniques ensuring a consistent high quality final product have been developed, and no solvent is used at this stage of the manufacturing process for the Olive Derived SQUALANE is stable. No preserving agents or antioxydants are incorporated. SQUALANE is equivalent to the human sebum and presents perfect compatibility with the skin. Completely non-ionic, without color nor odor, Olive Derived SQUALANE is perfectly adapted to modern up-market cosmetic formulations.

Our XIMENIA OIL is extracted from the seeds of the Ximenia americana trees. The Ximenia trees a are widely used in Africa for their interesting medicinal properties. The XIMENIA OIL is a popular ingredient in skin/hair care products. It softens, nourrishes and revitalizes. Its interesting silky texture makes it’s ideal for silicone free formulations.

Our MARULA OIL is extracted from the seeds of the Sclerocarya birrea fruits. The Marula fruits are widely used in Africa for their sweet and flavorful taste. The MARULA OIL is a popular ingredient in skin/hair care products. It softens, nourrishes and revitalizes. It is also known to be an excellent emollient and to be easily absorbed by the skin. Its important amount of Oleic and Linoleic acids are interresting for topical applications. Besides, it possesses a high level of anti-oxydants and it is known to have an oxydative stability two times more important than Olive Oil. It also possesses free radical scavenging properties.

The Oryzanoil has been cultivated for more than 10 000 years; the rice was known by the Greeks since the expeditions of Alexandre Legrand in Persia and has been introduced in France since 1393. Nowadays, China, India, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Birmania and Thailand provide 80% of the worldwide rice production. The rice is a cereal comes from the Poaceae family, and it is highly cultivated for its fruit rich in starch. This kind of plant is called “Oryza” and includes two types: Oryza Sativa and Oeyza Glaberrima. The bran is the thin film located between the grain and the protective pod.

Treasured as a beauty-enhancing, health-boosting oil in the Ayurvedic tradition, Neem oil shares many of the same properties as tea tree oil, but without the harsh terpene content. One primary advantage of Neem oil is its soothing, high fatty acid content making Neem oil especially gentle and nourishing when used for itchy, sensitive or dry conditions. Skin aliments, especially ongoing, chronic problems, often respond very well to Neem oil.

BioNat Baobab provides full traceability of in-house processed seeds, screw pressing (T.< 48°C) decantation, paper filtration. Processing all over the year 24/7 Harvest time: January – May Harvested & Processed in: Senegal Additives and preservative agents: None Color: Golden-Yellow Consistency: Clear liquid, slightly opalescent Odor /Flavor: Slight nutty scent.

PUMPKIN SEED BUTTER is obtained from pumpkin seed oil through our innovative process, fully preserving the essential properties of Almond Oil. Our process does not include any hydrogenation step. PUMPKIN SEED BUTTER can play a positive role in many cosmetic formulations. It spreads easily on the skin and has excellent penetrating and moisturizing characteristics, which help repairing and softening dry skins. In formulations, PUMPKIN SEED BUTTER helps in: - improving the spreading and moisturizing effects in finished products - building up body and structure in a formulation, stabilizing emulsions and adjusting viscosity.

Our PASSION FRUIT OIL is extracted from the seeds of passion fruits, holding approximately 3% of an aromatic and brown-red reddish oil. Our sustainable harvesting model, using the fruits, allows local people to get income from the trees instead of cutting them to sell the wood. No preservatives, additives or other chemicals are added. It is grown naturally in the Amazon without any pesticides or fertilizers. The oil is cold-pressed, mechanically filtered and packed immediately protecting the oil from light. The PASSION FRUIT OIL has a polyunsaturated fatty acid content, especially the Linoleic Acid.

Our MARULA BUTTER is obtained from Marula oil through an innovative process, preserving all the properties from the oil. Our method does not use any hydrogenation process. Marula oil is valued for its cosmetic properties. It has an exceptional content of natural tocopherols (vitamin E), which have anti-aging properties, and essential fatty acids, which have restoring properties. Marula Oil is tradditionnally used by women in southern Africa as a cosmetic oil and to improve the skin elasticity. Besides, the marula oil is extremely stable and therefore well adapted to long shelf life cosmetics. In formulations, MARULA BUTTER helps in: - improving the spreading and moisturizing effects in finished products - building up body and structure in a formulation, stabilizing emulsions and adjusting viscosity.

Our MORINGA OIL is extracted from the Moringa Oleifera Tree seed kernels and is also called “Behen” or “Ben” oil, refering to the high concentration of behenic acid in the oil. The Moringa tree is native from Africa and India and has been revered for thousands of years as miracle tree: its nutrient – rich leaves and seeds can be eaten and the oil pressed from its seeds is full of radiance-boosting fatty acids and vitamin A and C. MORINGA OIL possesses exceptionnal oxidative stability, which enables personal care formulations to avoid rancidity for a long period of time. The rich emolliency created by the behenic acid provides a distinctive, nongreasy after-feel. Noticeable qualities of the oil in personal care applications include its silky texture, long-lasting moisturizing effect, and ability to soften and sooth the skin.

Our MAFURA BUTTER is extracted from the seeds of the MAFURA fruits and comes from the eastern and southern Africa, where it is wild harvested. Our sustainable harvesting model, using the seeds, allows local people to get income from the trees instead of cutting them to sell the wood. MAFURA BUTTER is an ivory butter with a very nice texture : due to the low melting point, the mafura butter will melt in your hands as soon as you touch it, giving a soft and deeply nourishing oils with a nice spicy and green smell. Mafura butter is traditionnally use as a body balsam and as nourishing butter for dry hair, but also as anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial balm to cure wounds and skin deseases.

BioNat Kalahari-Melon-Seed is a triglyceride oil, cold pressed from the seeds of Citrullus lanatus of the Cucurbitaceae family that originate from the Kalahari region in southern Africa. The oil is filtered and has a pale yellow color. It is light and quickly penetrates the skin.

Our PRACAXI OIL is extracted from the seeds of the pracaxi pods from the brazilan amazonian forest, where it is wild harvested. It is grown naturally in the Amazon without any pesticides or fertilizers. The PRACAXI OIL is locally used against skin infection, in Hair care as well as to treat stretch marks and burns. PRACAXI OIL contains the highest known concentration of behenic acid (19%), which is six times higher than in peanut oil. This acid is not produced in the skin, but is responsible for the breakdown of sebum that clogs the pores. The high capacity of this oil to stimulate production of collagen and elastin makes it a powerful source in fighting stretch marks. Pracaxi oil strengthens hair roots, gives shine and softness to dry hair, avoiding the apparition of split ends.

Our ACAI OIL is extracted from the Açaï fruits in the brazilan amazonian forest, where it is wild harvested. Our sustainable harvesting model, using the fruits, allows local people to get income from the trees instead of cutting them to sell the wood. No preservatives, additives or other chemicals are added. It is grown naturally in the Amazon without any pesticides or fertilizers. The pulp is cold-pressed, mechanically filtered and packed immediately protecting the oil from light. The ACAI OIL oil is mainly composed of anthocyanins, phytosterols, and essential fatty acids (EFAs). Anthocyanins are responsible for the red color and are an antioxidant substance that helps to fight free radicals. However the açaí has up to 33 times more anthocyanins than grapes. Among the phytosterols present in açaí oil are beta-sitosferol, stigmasterol, and campesterol, which are widely used by the cosmetic industry as a preventive for the aging of skin because they stimulate the metabolism of cells and reduce inflammation. Its fatty acids profile shows the presence of linoleic acid (Omega 6) and oleic acid (Omega 9), and is predominantly made of unsaturated fatty acids (up to 70%).

Bionat Consult R&D team is continuously sourcing in the vegetable world to find alternatives to animal derivatives and hydrogenated products. Animal Squalane has been banned from cosmetics since it is a shark liver derivative, and Vegetable Squalane is not wanted anymore because it is a health-threatening hydrogenated fat. BIONAT CONSULT is presenting POLYSSAN OL, a natural and safe alternative to: - animal squalane - hydrogenated vegetable squalane POLYSSAN OL is an anhydrous lipid presenting the characteristics of squalane: a light texture, a good spreadability and a dry skin feel, as well as the same applications as texturizing agent. POLYSSAN OL has been developed using our innovative technologies based on olive oil and polyglyceride esters : POLYSSAN OL is 100% from vegetable origin and our process is hydrogenation free.

Our JOJOBA SCRUB is a powder made from the seeds of jojoba from Israel. Our Jojoba Scrub is a 100% vegetable exfoliator, offering a safe and natural exfoliation for the skin, even for sensitive skins. It is stable and adapted to any formulation type, even those based on water. It can be used in cream, gel, paste, powders and bar soaps. According to the size particles, the exfoliation process is more or less powerful, allowing the scrub to be used in a wide range of formulations.

Our MARULA SCRUB is a powder made from the shells of marula nuts. Marula Scrub is a 100% vegetable exfoliator, offering a safe and natural exfoliation for the skin, even for sensitive skins. It is stable and adapted to any formulation type, even those based on water. It can be used in cream, gel, paste, powders and bar soaps. According to the size particles, the exfoliation process is more or less powerful, allowing the scrub to be used in a wide range of formulations.

Our ANDIROBA OIL is extracted from the pulp of the Andiroba seeds from the brazilan amazonian forest, where it is wild harvested. It is grown naturally in the Amazon without any pesticides or fertilizers. ANDIROBA OIL is one of the most famous medicinal oils in the Amazon, used to heal infections and influenza. The Anti inflammatory properties and attributed to the limonoids (andirobin) and terpenes (meliacin). Besides, the andiroba oil has an inhibitory effect on the enzyme called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PDH), which is mainly responsible for the adipocytes differentiation, resulting in the so-called cellulite formation, therofore andiroba oil is used to prevent and inhibit cellulitis formation. In Hair care, Andiroba is extremely effective at stopping dandruff, reducing itching due to its anti-inflammatory and skin healing properties.

Our CUPUACU BUTTER is obtained from the Kernels of Cupuaçu fruits, similar to cocoa fruits, in the Amazonian rainforest in Brazil. The Arboreal fruit is considered pre-Colombian crop plant still found wild. CUPUACU BUTTER shows an interesting balance between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, giving the butter a low melting point (approximately 30 °C) and texture of a soft solid, with good stability, which makes it ideal for cosmetics formulations.

BIONAT CONSULT is presenting POLYTE EXTRA, a natural and safe alternative to animal derived Lanoline. Bionat Consult R&D team is continuously sourcing in the vegetable world to find alternatives to animal derivatives: POLYTE EXTRA is a 100% natural texturizing agent and Co-Emulsifier, developed using our innovative technologies based on olive oil and shea butter. POLYTE EXTRA has, like Lanoline, the ability to absorb water BUT it shows superior results. POLYTE EXTRA can absorbs 4-5 time its weight in water while Lanoline absorbs 2 times its weight in water. It shows improved organoleptic characteristics such as a nicer and lower smell, nicer texture and lighter color. Its pleasant feel on the skin and its waterproof properties are interesting when used in formulations, giving hydration, skin protection and film forming properties, decreasing trans epidermis water loss. It is a good emulsion stabilizer and it can be used as a co-emulsifier. Its melting point, close to the skin temperature, and its high shine make it an ideal base for balms and make up products. Its amphiphilic polymeric structure allows it to have good dispersing properties for pigments, mineral UV Filters, actives. Besides, POLYTE EXTRA can be used to solubilize hydrophylic actives in oil phases.

Our ROSE HIP SCRUB is a powder made from dried, cleaned and milled Rosehip seeds derivates.. Our cocoa Scrub is a 100% vegetable exfoliator, offering a safe and natural exfoliation for the skin, even for sensitive skins. It is stable and adapted to any formulation type, even those based on water. It can be used in cream, gel, paste, powders and bar soaps. According to the size particles, the exfoliation process is more or less powerful, allowing the scrub to be used in a wide range of formulations.

Our COCONUT OIL is extracted from the coconut fruit flesh, which is dried and then pressed to collect the pure virgin coconut oil. Coconut oil is tradditionnally used in India for hair care and skin care, for its nice dry texture and its outstanding stability. COCONUT OIL shows an high ammount of short chains saturated fatty acids, offering a very good stability and a high melting point.

PRICKLY PEAR, also called OPUNTIA, is part of the cactus family. This species comes originatelly from Mexico and has been widespread in various arid and semiarid parts of the world. Today the cactus is cultivated in northern Africa. The fruit pulp has a high nutritional value and is used in the food industry for its sweet and flavorful taste. The seeds, which contain only 5% of oil, are cold pressed to give the rich and precious PRICKLY PEAR SEED OIL. Its exceptional composition : 75% to 85% unsaturated fatty acids (65% linoleic acid, omega 6), and a high rate of tocopherol (1085 mg/kg on average) have made the prickly pear oil the new trend oil in cosmetics. Furthermore, the oil contains more than 6% Delta7 sterols, a component rarely found in vegetable oils and recognized for its performance mainly in the revitalization field and antiradical protection. The beautiful golden color and the nice quickly absorbed texture makes it easy to use in all kind of cosmetic formulation.

Our BAMBOO SCRUB is a solidified organic silica extracted from the nodes of the female bamboo. Its indian name is Tabasheer, and it contains more than 75% silica, as well as iron, calcium, choline and betaine. It is traditionnally used in Indian Phytotherapy for its remineralizing properties and for strenghtening hair and nails. Because of its white colors and its stability, even in water, our bamboo scrub is ideal for cosmetic formulation Our Bamboo Scrub is a 100% vegetable exfoliator, offering a safe and natural exfoliation for the skin, even for sensitive skins. According to the size particles, the exfoliation process is more or less powerful, allowing the scrub to be used in a wide range of formulations.

Our TUCUMA OIL is extracted from the external pulp of the Tucuma fruits and comes from the brazilan amazonian forest, where it is wild harvested. Our sustainable harvesting model, using the seeds, allows local people to get income from the trees instead of cutting them to sell the wood. No preservatives, additives or other chemicals are added. It is grown naturally in the Amazon without any pesticides or fertilizers. The pulp is removed from the kernel, dried at temperatures not exceeding 50 ºC, cold-pressed, mechanically filtered and packed immediately protecting the oil from light. The TUCUMA OIL oil is tradditionnally used for its nutritius properties and in massage oils. It contains over 70% of unsaturated fatty acids represented by palmitic, stearic, oleic and linoleic, and a high ammount in tocopherocols and sterols, which makes it very interesting for skin care.

The URUCUM, also called Anatto or Roucou, is a small and native tree from the Amazon. The common name URUCUM comes from the indigenous Tupi word “uru-ku”, which means “red”. It is traditionally used by brazilian indians, who grind the seeds into a powder used to make red body paint and to protect the skin against strong sunlight and insect bites. Our URUCUM OIL EXTRACT is produced throught maceration of the urucum seeds in Oleic Sunflower oil. This process allows to obtain an oily extract containing the lipophylic actives contained in Urucum Seeds.The oily extract is reddish in color due to the high content of natural carotenoid (natural pigments). The main pigment are bixin (80%) and norbixin, which are classified as carotenoids and which concentration is six times higher in urucum than in carrot oil. URUCUM OIL EXTRACT is a good emollient whith natural red color. Its high content in carotenoids makes it a natural suntan product, it helps to tan and to maintain the tan. It is indicated for an array of cosmetic products as it is easily incorporated into creams, lotions, sunscreen, lip balms.

Our ARGAN SCRUB is a powder made from the shells of argan kernels fromMarocco. Our Argan Scrub is a 100% vegetable exfoliator, offering a safe and natural exfoliation for the skin, even for sensitive skins. It is stable and adapted to any formulation type, even those based on water. It can be used in cream, gel, paste, powders and bar soaps. According to the size particles, the exfoliation process is more or less powerful, allowing the scrub to be used in a wide range of formulations.

APRICOT BUTTER is obtained from Apricot oil through our innovative process, preserving all the properties from the oil. Our method does not use any hydrogenation process. In formulations, APRICOT BUTTER helps in: - improving the spreading and moisturizing effects in finished products - building up body and structure in a formulation, stabilizing emulsions and adjusting viscosity.

Our AVOCADO OIL is extracted from the avocado fuit and is 100%pure oil, with no added preservatives. AVOCADO OIL is tradditionnally used in sensitive care products because of its high amount of unsaturated fatty acids.

Olive Oil is mainly produced in Mediterranean countries, where it is one of the oldest traditional culture. All mediterranean countries were brought to benefit from products derived from the olive and in particular the oil, which contain interesting lipids and a high fraction of insaponifiables.

Our KOKUM BUTTER from India is obtained from the seeds of the kokum fruit. The lemon sized dark purple kokums contain five to eight seeds, which are pressed locally to obtain the kokum butter. KOKUM BUTTER is traditionally used in ointments and soaps for its emollient properties. It is known to improve the skin elasticity to cure severely dry skin, ulceration and fissures on lips, feets, hands, etc. Its non-greasy texture and its ability to penetrate the skin very easily, together with its very high stability and its melting point closed to skin temperature make it ideal for cosmetics formulations.

Our TAMANU OIL is extracted from the nuts of the Tamanu tree, then colpressed, without any additives. TAMANU OIL, also called beauty leaf oil, is mainly used against scars for its healing properties and in acne creams for its antibacterial properties. Besides, it possesses exceptionnal oxidative stability, which enables personal care formulations to avoid rancidity for a long period of time. Its pleasant aroma makes it ideal for cosmetics products as well as for aromatherapy products.

HEMP OIL contains one of the highest level in essential fatty acids and linolenic acid (76%). These EFAs present the ideal ratio between omega 6 and omega 3, which has been shown to be 3 to 1: they bring the necessary phospholipids to build up the cell membrans and the 3 to 1 ration is required in the human body for proper cell growth. Due to this favorable fatty acid composition, HEMP SEED OIL is used for dry skin, atopic skin, irritated and sensitive skin as well as baby care and dammaged hair care.

Coconut BUTTER is obtained from Coconut oil through our innovative process, preserving all the properties from the oil. Our method does not use any hydrogenation process. Coconut oil is valued for its nutritive, cosmetic and medicinal properties. It's an effective moisturizer on all types of skin, including dry skin. Therefore, it is a safe solution for preventing dryness and flaking of skin. It also delays the appearance of wrinkles and sagging of skin, which normally accompany aging. In formulations, COCONUT BUTTER helps in: -improving the spreading and moisturizing effects in finished products -building up body and structure in a formulation, stabilizing emulsions and adjusting viscosity.

Through its exceptional Omega-3 fatty amount, Chia oil is a unique natural active for skin care. Indeed, Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to reduce skin inflammation and redness. Not only is chia thought to contain more omega-3 than any other plant, it has a healthy balance, with approximately 60 percent omega-3 and 20 percent omega-6. Research reported in May 2010 in the “Annals of Dermatology” found that a topical application of chia oil led to significant improvements in skin moisture, skin thickening and crusty lumps in patients with pruritis.(**)Pruritis is an unpleasant skin sensation that produces a strong urge to scratch, and it is a characteristic symptom of some systemic diseases such as advanced kidney disease. Xerotic pruritis is a form of the condition that includes redness, dry scaling and cracks in the skin.