Usnea Lichen CO₂ Extract

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Palmitate and Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract. Usnea Lichen CO₂ Extract by The Herbarie acts as an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agent. It is obtained from usnea barbata plant by using pure and environment friendly supercritical fluid (natural carbon dioxide) extraction technique. It contains antimicrobial usnic acids, sunflower seed oil (organic) and mixture of natural source emulsifiers. Moreover, it does not contain solvent residues, inorganic salts or heavy metals. The emulsifiers are based on renewable resources and are completely biodegradable, non-toxic and PEG-free. Usnea Lichen CO₂ Extract finds application in formulating lotions and creams for skin care benefits. Moreover, it could be the part of a preservative system.