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Identification & Functionality
- Carrier
- Chemical Family
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Background
- Solely derived from the pollen of the New Zealand tea tree, Manuka Honey contains as many as 80 different substances and offers a wide variety of superb benefits to the skin. The honey contributes to improved moisturization and skin hydration by creating a protective barrier around the dry or damaged skin, allowing the skin to rehydrate properly. It also contains antibacterial and anti- inflammatory properties. Scientists indicate that Manuka Honey may initiate or accelerate the healing of chronic wounds and assist in the growth of new tissue involved in skin healing. Manuka Honey BT is a multifunctional ingredient suitable for a vast array of cosmetic applications.
- BioTransformation is a unique extraction technology that uses plant derived enzymes to simplify complex botanical actives so they are more easily assimilated by the skin. This sustainable methodology allows for the use of minimal plant material with maximum results.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Use Level
- 1-5%
- Formulation Guidelines
- Suggested use level is 1-5% in skin care, body care, sun care, hair care and color cosmetics
- Easily formulated into the aqueous phase of emulsions or aqueous systems
- Transparent and odorless for ease of formulation
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Clear liquid
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Typical Properties
- Microbiological Values
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| pH | 5-7 | — | AP-0089 |
| Solids Content (at 105°C in 2g for 2hr, Air convection oven) | 25-45 | g/L | AP-0037 |
| Specific Gravity (at 22°C) | 0.95-1.15 | — | AP-0102 |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Microbial Content | max. 100 | CFU/g | CTFA |
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 12 months
- Storage Conditions
- Ambient, Sealed container