Green Rooibos Leaf Extract (Natural Propanediol) - Essentially Natural
Green Rooibos Leaf Extract (Natural Propanediol) - Essentially Natural
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Bring a South African favourite into your next skincare formula. Green Rooibos Leaf Extract is made from the unfermented leaves of Aspalathus linearis, a botanical valued for its naturally occurring polyphenols. It’s a lovely choice for antioxidant-focused serums, daily moisturisers and body lotions, with the convenience of a liquid extract that’s already prepared and filtered.
Made specially for Essentially Natural, this extract combines rooibos with Zemea® Propanediol, glycerine and purified water. The base is part of the appeal: Zemea® is a 100% plant-derived propanediol made by fermenting corn-derived glucose. Alongside its role as an extraction solvent, it helps attract and hold moisture and can work with glycerine to give formulations a smoother, less sticky feel.
♡ Why we love it: A South African favourite and a useful moisture-binding base in one easy-to-use ingredient. It’s an inviting way to bring rooibos into everyday skincare, whether you’re making a first trial serum or developing a new body lotion.
Key properties
- Botanical Name: Aspalathus linearis
- Common Name: Green Rooibos
- Plant Part: Leaves
- Ingredients: Green rooibos leaf extract, plant-derived propanediol, glycerine and purified water
- Extraction Ratio: 1:10
- Extraction Solvent Blend: 60% Zemea® Propanediol, 20% glycerine, 20% reverse-osmosis water
- Form: Liquid botanical extract
- Appearance: Clear, reddish-brown to deep amber liquid
- Aroma: Faint, sweet, woody herbal aroma
- Solubility: Water-compatible
- Propanediol Source: Plant-derived through fermentation of corn-derived glucose
- Preservatives Added: None
- Suitable For: Cosmetic formulation
- Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
What it's used for
- Creating botanical facial serums and moisturisers
- Formulating antioxidant-focused skincare products
- Adding South African rooibos character to body lotions and hand creams
- Developing botanical gel masks and water-based facial treatments
- Combining with other suitable plant extracts in natural skincare formulations
Who it's for
- DIY skincare makers interested in South African botanicals
- Formulators developing botanical facial and body care products
- Those creating lightweight serums, lotions and moisturisers
- Makers who prefer a prepared liquid rooibos extract to working directly with loose leaves
- Anyone looking for a finished, ready-to-apply rooibos skincare product
- Oil-only formulations without a compatible water phase
- Those requiring a standardised rooibos polyphenol concentrate
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How to use
- As a Facial Serum Ingredient: Incorporate into the water phase of a compatible serum formula at an appropriately tested level.
- As a Moisturiser Ingredient: Add to suitable creams and lotions, checking compatibility with the complete formulation.
- As a Body Care Ingredient: Include in botanical body lotions and hand creams.
- As a Gel Mask Ingredient: Blend into compatible water-based gel formulations to introduce rooibos botanical character.
- Processing Tip: Prepare a small trial batch to assess the extract's contribution to finished colour, aroma and texture.
- Preservation Tip: Select and validate an appropriate preservative system for finished water-containing products.
Safety instructions
- For external use only. Do not ingest.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Patch test the finished formulation before wider use.
- Use clean, dry utensils and avoid introducing moisture or contaminants.
- Store tightly sealed away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
FAQs
Q: Why do we specify Zemea® Propanediol?
A: The source matters. Propanediol can be made from plant-derived or petrochemical feedstocks; the ingredient name alone doesn’t tell you which. Zemea® is a named, documented plant-derived grade made by fermenting corn-derived glucose. It also brings useful humectant and solvent properties. Its contribution to hydration and skin feel will depend on your complete formula and the amount of extract used.
Q: Does green rooibos mean the extract will be green?
A: No. Green rooibos refers to the unfermented form of the rooibos plant material, rather than the colour of the
finished extract. This liquid extract naturally ranges from reddish-brown to deep amber.
Q: Is this the same as Essentially Natural Rooibos Glycerite?
A: No. Although both are rooibos-based extracts, their solvent systems differ. This extract uses a base of
plant-derived propanediol, glycerine and water, so formulas should be reassessed rather than substituting one extract
directly for the other.
Q: Is the antioxidant content of this extract standardised?
A: No specific standardised polyphenol concentration is stated. Green rooibos is naturally associated with antioxidant
compounds, but the strength of the finished extract should not be assumed from the botanical name or extraction ratio
alone.
