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Essentially Natural Blackcurrant Glycerite (Ribes Nigrum Extract)

Essentially Natural Blackcurrant Glycerite (Ribes Nigrum Extract)

R 69.00
R 69.00
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INCI: Glycerin, Aqua, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract

Blackcurrant Glycerite is an alcohol-free botanical extract made from blackcurrant fruit (Ribes nigrum) in a base of vegetable glycerine and purified water. This water-soluble format makes it easy to blend into the water phase of toners, mists, serums, and body care. It has a soft berry note and can add a delicate blush to pale bases depending on your formula and inclusion level.

This product is certified: Food Safe.

  • Botanical Name: Ribes nigrum
  • Plant Part: Fruit
  • Extract Type: Glycerite (alcohol-free)
  • Solubility: Water-soluble
  • Aroma Profile: Soft berry note
  • Typical Use Levels: 1% to 5% leave-on, 1% to 10% rinse-off
  • Ingredients: Vegetable Glycerine (palm-free), Purified Water, Blackcurrant Fruit Extract
  • Country Of Origin: Varies by batch
  • Size Options: 20ml or 50ml
  • Hydrating facial mists and gel serums
  • Everyday body lotions and hand creams
  • Mild shampoos and bath gels
  • Water-based DIY formulas where you want a gentle fruit-derived extract

    This product is suitable for:

  • Everyday hydration-focused routines
  • Dull-looking or tired-looking skin routines that want a gentle botanical boost
  • DIY formulators wanting an alcohol-free, water-soluble fruit extract
  • Formulas where a soft berry note and subtle tint are welcome

    • This product is not:

  • An essential oil
  • A fragrance oil
  • A finished skincare product intended to be used as-is
  • As a Water-Phase Add-In: Add to the water phase at room temperature and mix well.
  • As a Leave-On Product Ingredient: Use at 1% to 5% in toners, mists, gels, serums, lotions, or creams.
  • As a Rinse-Off Product Ingredient: Use at 1% to 10% in cleansers, bath gels, or shampoos.
  • Processing Tip: If working with pale or white bases, check the final colour at your chosen percentage before scaling up.
  • For external use only
  • Patch test before first use
  • Discontinue use if irritation occurs
  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
  • Store sealed, cool and out of direct sunlight
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets

Q: Will this work in both water-based and emulsified formulas?
A: Yes, it is water-soluble and can be used in toners and gels, as well as in creams and lotions when added to the water phase or during cool-down.

Q: Does it need a preservative in a finished product?
A: Yes, any finished formula that contains water needs an appropriate preservative system.

Q: Can it tint clear products?
A: It can, especially at higher inclusion levels, so it is best to test a small batch first if clarity and colour are important.

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