CO2 Extract Pomegranate Seed Organic
Naturally rich in punicic acid - a rare omega-5 fatty acid found almost exclusively in pomegranate seed oil - this extract is prized for its powerful antioxidant and regenerative properties. This singular fatty acid gives pomegranate seed oil its remarkable vitality-restoring qualities, making it a highly valued ingredient in advanced botanical skincare formulations. Punicic acid helps support skin regeneration, improve elasticity, and promote a more even-looking complexion.
Suitable for all skin types, it is particularly well suited to sensitive, dry, or mature skin. Its nourishing and protective profile also makes it an excellent addition to hair care formulations, where it helps support scalp comfort and hair vitality.
Pomegranate Seed CO₂ extract (Punica granatum) is obtained through supercritical carbon dioxide extraction performed at the Florihana distillery. This precise and environmentally friendly method allows for the gentle extraction of valuable compounds from the seeds while preserving their natural complexity. By adjusting pressure and temperature, carbon dioxide returns to its gaseous state after extraction, leaving behind a pure, solvent-free extract rich in naturally occurring bioactive constituents. Compared to carrier oils, the CO₂ extract is more concentrated and potent, allowing it to be used effectively in small amounts.
Country of Origin
France
Method of Cultivation
Cultivated
Part of the Plant
Seed
Preservatives
Without
Organic Ingredients
100%
Natural Ingredients
100%
Extraction Process
Supercritical CO2 Extraction
Botanical Name
Punica granatum
Product Usage
Natural Aroma
Recyclable
100%
Reference
FLEX036
Cosmetic Applications
Rich in lipophilic bioactive compounds, CO₂ extracts have a strong affinity with the skin's hydrolipidic barrier. Their concentrated botanical profile makes them particularly suitable for high-performance cosmetic formulations designed to nourish, protect, and support skin vitality.
CO₂ extracts can be incorporated into a wide range of cosmetic products, including:
• Pure Use: Pomegranate Seed CO₂ Extract can be applied directly to the skin in small quantities. It is particularly effective on dry or irritated areas to provide intensive hydration and reparative properties.
• Blend with Carrier Oils: Add a few drops of CO₂ extract to a carrier oil such as Jojoba, Argan, Sweet Almond, or Rosehip oil to create a customised facial oil, body oil, or targeted treatment.
• Facial Serums & Oils: Add a few drops to facial serums and oils to enhance formulations with concentrated botanical compounds that help nourish the skin and provide antioxidant support.
• Creams, Lotions & Balms: Blend a small amount into creams, lotions, or balms to enrich their botanical profile and help soothe, nourish, and protect the skin.
• Targeted Treatments: Add to eye care products, lip treatments, facial masks, after-sun care, or spot treatments for a customised approach tailored to your skincare needs.
• Hair Care: Incorporate into hair oils, scalp treatments, masks, and conditioners to help nourish the scalp and soften dry or brittle hair.
Fragrance & Personal Care
Valued for their depth, richness, and authenticity, CO₂ extracts bring complexity and a more faithful expression of the original plant to natural perfumes, fragrance accords, and aromatic personal care formulations.
Aromatherapy
Because CO₂ extracts retain both volatile aromatic molecules and valuable non-volatile constituents, they offer a richer and more complete aromatic profile than essential oils alone, making them highly prized in premium aromatherapy and wellness formulations.
4 %
Palmitic acid
2 %
Stearic acid
7 %
Oleic acid
8 %
Linoleic acid
72 %
Punicic acid