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Activoil™ Echnidium ZRO

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Activoil™ Echnidium ZRO is an oil-soluble active ingredient that protects the skin against chemical damage. It is made from three main components: echium seed oil as the matrix, enhanced with an antioxidant and an extract derived from Cnidium monnieri. Echium seed oil is a rare source of stearidonic acid, while Cnidium monnieri is a small red berry used in traditional Chinese medicine. All these three components are combined in a stabilized and ready-to-use active ingredient.

INCI Name: Cnidium Monnieri Fruit Extract, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract

Functions: Anti-Pollution Agent, Skin Barrier Protectant

Labeling Claims: Preservative-free

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS, IECIC (China)

Benefit Claims: Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Irritant, Anti-Pollution, Barrier Function Improvement, Hydrating, Irritation Reduction, Prevents UV-Induced Erythema, Protection From Environmental Damage, Purifying, Reduces Hyperpigmentation, Sanitizing, Skin Lightening, Soothing

Synonyms: 2-Octyldodecanol Cis -9-octadecenoate, 2-Octyldodecyl Oleate, 9-Octadecenoic Acid (9 Z)-, 2-Octyldodecyl Ester, 9-Octadecenoic Acid (Z)-, 2-Octyldodecyl Ester, Oleic Acid, 2-octyldodecyl Ester

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
In vitro and Clinical Actions
  • Prevents and repairs <PM2.5-induced barrier damage
  • Prevents and repairs <PM2.5-induced irritation
  • Provides soothing action against chemical stress
  • Prevention of skin barrier disruption (Tewameter®)
  • Acceleration of skin barrier repair (Tewameter®)
  • Reduction of skin erythema (Mexameter®)
  • Soothing action against chemical stress (Mexameter®)
  • Prevention of skin dehydration (Corneometer®)
Key Features

Cosmetic active ingredient that synergizes the action of Echium seed oil, enriched of Stearidonic acid (C18:4n-3) fatty acid with that of Cnidium Monnieri Fruit Extract, to prevent and repair the skin damage induced by chemical stress (SDS, Alcohol, <PM 2.5).

Applications & Uses

Use Level
0.5 - 3%
Applications
  • Anti-pollution
  • Sensitive skin
  • Skin barrier function – dermatitis
  • Occupational exposures
  • Functional improvement of barrier function
  • Prevention of environmental stress induced skin damage
  • Anti PM2.5 protection
  • Deep-skin detox solution
  • Protection from micropollutants
  • Urban protection
  • Purifying skin care
Formulation Procedures
  • The ingredient should not be heated prior to its incorporation in a formulation.
  • In emulsions, it must be added during the emulsifying step, when the formulation temperature is at a maximum of 50-60°C.
  • The recommended pH range is 5.0 to 7.0.

Properties

Soluble in
Oil, Cosmetic Alcohols

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Repairing Skin Damage Caused by <PM2.5

  • Accelerates skin barrier repair
  • Reduces TEWL
  • Decreases skin erythema
  • Skin soothing
Ethanol and Skin

Skin Moisturization (Corneometer®)

The action of Activoil™ Echnidium ZRO begins immediately and persists for a long time, not only preventing dehydration caused by ethanol but even increasing skin hydration over time.

 

Skin Barrier Function (Tewameter 300®)

Activoil™ Echnidium ZRO improves the skin barrier function after 30 minutes from the application with prolonged protection for 14 days. The presence of our active ingredient inside a formulation containing ethanol preserves the skin barrier integrity.

 

Protecting Skin from <PM2.5 Damage

  • Prevention of skin barrier damage
  • Accelaration of skin barrier repair
  • Decrease in skin erythema
  • Maintenance of cellular health

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 Years
Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
  • In original sealed containers, in a cool and dry place, protected from light.
  • Cloudiness or sedimentation is normal and may be resolved by rotating the unopened drum.
  • 3 years, stored unopened in original drums.
  • Once opened the shelf life is limited by temperature, light and exposure to air.
  • Any remaining oil should be stored under nitrogen and used as soon as possible.