MakingCosmetics - Ashwagandha Extract - Cosmetic Ingredient

Description: Natural extract obtained from the roots of the Ashwagandha plant dissolved in a base of glycerin and water. (Other common names are: Indian Ginseng or Winter Cherry). Light to medium amber liquid with characteristic odor. Water soluble.

CAS: 56-81-5, 7732-18-5, 90147-43-6

INCI Name: Glycerin, Water, Withania Somnifera Root Extract

Benefits:

- Has potent antioxidant properties, ideal for anti-aging products
- Moisturizes & conditions skin and scalp
- Nourishes & strengthens hair

Use: Add to formulas to the water phase. Typical use level 5 - 10%. For external use only.

Applications: Serums, creams & lotions, anti-aging products, sun- and after-sun care, hair care products.

Country of Origin: USA

Raw material source: Root of Ashwagandha plants, glycerin made from naturally derived oils

Manufacture: Prepared via a cold process to avoid potential loss of effectiveness heat processing can have. Created from organically grown, pesticide-free materials which are extracted first with a specified eluant to yield a concentrate. This concentrate is then dissolved in glycerin and water at a concentration of 20 % concentrate and 80% diluents.

Animal Testing: Not animal tested

GMO: GMO-free

Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components.