Ingredients Deep Dive: Bisabolol

Bisabolol is a gentle yet powerful ingredient, derived from chamomile, that’s earning its place in the skincare spotlight.

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When exploring skincare ingredients, it’s easy to get caught up in the buzz around trending actives like hyaluronic acid or vitamin C. But some skin ingredients quietly work wonders behind the scenes, delivering transformative results without the hype. Bisabolol is a gentle yet powerful ingredient, derived from chamomile, that’s earning its place in the skincare spotlight.

What is It?

Bisabolol comes in two different forms: alpha-bisabolol, derived from chamomile (and other plants) and beta-bisabolol which is found in cotton and corn. The alpha form has uses in skin care products as a skin softening agent. It is well known for its anti-inflammatory, soothing, and antimicrobial properties, and has a long history in traditional medicine.

Benefits

Bisabolol has a variety of benefits for the skin.

Boosts Skin Healing

Chamomile has fabulous wound healing properties. As a chamomile derivative, it also promotes skin regeneration, which means faster healing for blemishes and inflammation. This makes it a valuable ingredient in daily skincare, to maintain a calm, healthy complexion.

Anti-inflammatory

One of bisabolol’s main features is its ability to soothe irritated skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties make it a go to ingredient for those dealing with inflammation in any form. Whether inflammation manifests as redness, sensitivity, or through inflammatory conditions like rosacea and eczema, it can restore calm and balance.

Enhances Product Penetration

Bisabolol is a great ingredients enhancer. Bisabolol improves the absorption of other active ingredients, ensuring you get the most out of each step in your routine.

Protects Against Environmental Stressors

Rich in antioxidants, bisabolol helps combat stress caused by pollution, UV rays, and free radicals. This makes it a helpful addition to your daytime routine for added protection.

Antimicrobial Properties

Bisabolol’s antimicrobial benefits make it effective for acne prone skin, helping to reduce the growth of bacteria that can lead to breakouts.

What Should My Skincare Label Say

As a popular ingredient, don’t be surprised if Bisabolol appears on your labels as simply as that. However, it does have other names which it could show up as. So, keep an eye out for ‘Alpha bisabolol’, ‘Camilol’, ‘Dragosantol’ or ‘Hydagen B’.

SkinBase Products Containing Bisabolol

Below are our SkinBase Essentials containing bisabolol.

SkinBase Hydration Max Moisturiser

  • What is it: A rich, nourishing cream that replenishes skin and restores moisture for a smooth and radiant complexion.
  • Who is it for: Perfect for everyday use on all skin types.
  • Key ingredients: Bisabolol, Syricalm, Vitamin E

Skin Renew AHA Cleansing Foam

  • What is it: A gentle foaming mousse that cleanses and exfoliates impurities off of the skin. Formulated with a blend of natural fruit acids for a natural source of AHAs.
  • Who is it for: Perfect for oily, congested, blemish-prone and pigmented skin.
  • Key ingredients: Bisabolol, Vitamin B5, Multifruit BSC

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