Bamboo Extract How-to-use

Direction:

Incorporate: 0.5 to 5% in our unscented face cream or body lotion

Because Bamboo Extract is alkalinizing, it is best not to use it in combination with acidic ingredients such as AHA Fruit Acid. You can use Bamboo Extract in the AM and AHA Fruit Acid in the PM.

 

Add to a base:

FACE CREAM BODY LOTION

Type of skin:

DRY
OILY
COMBINATION
SENSITIVE
MATURE

Dosage:

0.5-5%
IN A FACE CREAM OR BODY LOTION

Dosage examples:

Final quantity of product 0.5% of Bamboo extract 2% of Bamboo extract 5% of Bamboo extract
30 g 3 drops 12 drops 30 drops
50 g 5 drops 20 drops 50 drops
100 g 10 drops 40 drops 100 drops

Solubility:

WATER SOLUBLE INSOLUBLE IN OIL

1 mL = 20 drops
1 g = 20 drops

 

Caution: For external use only. Never use directly on skin. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. Always do a patch test* in the inside of the forearm to check for skin irritation and sensitivity before using any of our products.

If pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, we recommend consulting with your health care practitioner before using.

* Patch test: Dilute 1 drop of product in a teaspoon amount of neutral base cream or gel and place a pea size amount of the diluted mixture to your inner forearm. Place a bandage over it and wait for 24 hours. If there is a reaction within that time frame, discontinue use.