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Botanical Extract · Aqueous or Oil · 5% Loading

Burdock Root Extract

Arctium Lappa Root Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock

Formulate Labs offers Arctium Lappa Root Extract in a fixed 5% hydroglycerin stock. This botanical active, rich in antioxidant lignans (arctiin and arctigenin) and low-molecular-weight cationic peptides, is supplied as the pure INCI, distinct from specific supplier trade names.

  • Choose aqueous hydroglycerin (base + preservation) or oil macerate (2 carrier oils)
  • Fixed 5% Arctium Lappa Root Extract loading in every variant
  • COA + SDS + TDS per selected recipe · 500 g to 17 kg
Stock type: Aqueous hydroglycerin
Base: Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural MBS-4 INCI breakdown
Aqueous stock with water, propanediol, and glycerin carrying 5% botanical extract. Balanced humectancy with propanediol solubilization - default for anti-aging and anti-acne serums and toners. Preserved with Linatural MBS-4 at 2%.
Target pH
4.5 – 5.1
Shelf life (RT · cold)
12–18 mo · 18–24 mo
Final INCI deck (this stock, ordered by %)
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 500 g Formulation guide
1
Burdock Root
Antioxidant lignans & peptides
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Common names
Burdock · Gobo · Arctium Lappa
Loading
5% extract in hydroglycerin stock
Solubility
Aqueous / water phase
Appearance
Amber to brown aqueous fluid
pH (bulk material)
4.5 – 5.1
Add at
Cool-down < 40–45 °C
Shelf Life
12–18 mo RT · 18–24 mo refrigerated
arctium botanical extract - arctium hydroglycerin stock Arctium lappa Root Extract – a multifunctional botanical active
The extract

The Multifaceted Science of Burdock Root Extract

Botanical Identity: Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract, commonly known by its trade names Burdock, Gobo, or Arctium Lappa, is a versatile botanical active. Important Note: Formulate Labs supplies the pure INCI active, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, and does not carry specific supplier-branded SKUs.

Dual mechanism: Arctium Lappa Root Extract is a multifunctional botanical active designed to address the appearance of acne, excess sebum, and cutaneous aging. Its mechanisms support the improvement of skin appearance by downregulating pro-inflammatory cytokines and neutralizing reactive oxygen species. For blemish-prone skin, its cationic peptides disrupt the biofilms of Cutibacterium acnes. For mature skin profiles, the extract supports the dermal extracellular matrix by activating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway, which boosts procollagen and hyaluronic acid synthesis to visibly reduce the signs of aging.

Use levels: Formulate Labs recommends a typical use rate of 0.5% – 5.0% for this 5% hydroglycerin stock in cosmetic formulations, with the flexibility to increase up to 10% for intensive scalp or acute anti-acne treatments.

Market context: Arctium Lappa Root Extract serves as the core INCI for several market-leading trade-name actives, allowing for versatile positioning. Formulations can be benchmarked against products in the Equibiome™-class, positioned for balancing the skin microbiota and reducing reactivity; Seborami-class, focusing on astringent and sebum-regulating properties for acne-prone skin; and Fision® Hair PF-class actives, targeted at scalp care and hair fiber vitality.

Pricing context: Public B2B market pricing for highly purified, cosmetic-grade peptide and protein suspensions of this extract is sparse compared to crude botanical powders. Formulate Labs offers standardized Arctium Lappa Root Extract suspension with a representative price ladder: 500 g: $260.00, 1 kg: $400.00, 17 kg Pail: $5,440.00 ($320.00/kg).

We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

5%
Fixed extract loading
2
Hydroglycerin bases
4
Preservation options
Aqueous
Water-phase compatible
Ingredient deck assessment

What this material is and isn’t.

Botanical
Leaf/stem extract; pentacyclic triterpene saponins
Aqueous stock
Hydroglycerin carrier; water phase
Cruelty-free
No animal testing in our process
Cosmetic grade
For professional formulation use

Formulate Labs offers the INCI active (Arctium Lappa Root Extract), not supplier-branded trade-name SKUs (Equibiome™, Seborami™, Fision® Hair PF).

Made to Order

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.

01
Order placed
You pick a size and quantity. We confirm specs against your formulation if you have one.
02
Robotic production
Your inputs go in. We process, blend, and fill sealed packaging - all inside our AI-powered robotic factory.
03
Batch QC + COA
Every batch is tested for actives, pH, micro, and appearance. A batch-specific COA, SDS, and TDS ship with the order.
Why formulators reach for it

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Supports Dermal Matrix & Elasticity*
Activates Wnt/&beta;-catenin signaling to boost procollagen and hyaluronic acid synthesis, helping visibly reduce the signs of aging.
Targets Blemish-Prone Skin
Cationic peptides disrupt <em>Cutibacterium acnes</em> biofilms and help reduce the appearance of inflammatory acne lesions.
Balances Sebum & Purifies
Helps regulate excess sebum and purify the skin and scalp, contributing to a balanced environment.
Potent Antioxidant Protection
Rich in antioxidant lignans like arctiin and arctigenin, it helps neutralize reactive oxygen species.

* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Published research

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

The efficacy of <em>Arctium Lappa Root Extract</em> is supported by peer-reviewed scientific literature, demonstrating its multifaceted benefits for skin health. Studies confirm its ability to stimulate procollagen and hyaluronan synthesis, reduce the appearance of inflammatory acne lesions, and target bacterial biofilms. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.

2009
Peer-reviewed

See journal record

This research demonstrates that topical application of the extract supports the skin's dermal extracellular matrix metabolism. This provides a clear mechanism for its use in anti-aging cosmetics to visibly improve skin structure and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

2020
Peer-reviewed

See journal record

This study identifies specific cationic peptides in the extract with targeted activity against <em>C. acnes</em> biofilms. This evidence supports its use in advanced clearing treatments for acne-prone skin, providing a mechanism beyond simple antibacterial action.

2014
Clinical Observational Study

See journal record

A clinical observational study confirms that preparations containing <em>Arctium lappa</em> can significantly reduce the count of inflammatory acne lesions. This finding validates its efficacy in cosmetic formulas designed to improve the appearance of blemish-prone skin.

These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.

Composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

This is the bulk composition as it ships at 5% extract loading. Updates when you change stock type and variant above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected recipe.

Water · 58.737% Propanediol · 24.474% Glycerin · 9.789% Arctium Lappa Root Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
58.737%
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
Humectant / solubilizer
24.474%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
9.789%
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
CAS84012-13-5
Active botanical extract (triterpene-rich)
5%
Linatural MBS-4
Multifunctional preservative
2%
Inside Linatural MBS-4
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
1.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin
CAS70445-33-9
0.2%
Benzoic Acid
CAS65-85-0
0.1%
Formulation guide

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Typical use rate (this stock)
0.5% – 5.0% (up to 10% for intensive treatments)
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window per stability data)
Solubility
Highly water-soluble. Integrates seamlessly into the aqueous phase.
Temperature
Incorporate during cool-down phase below 40°C–50°C. Protect final formulations from direct light.
Incompatibilities
Avoid strong oxidizing agents or extreme pH levels (denatures peptides, degrades lignans).
Pairs well with
Not specified in report.
Self-preserving
Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.

Need something different?
Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.
Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for
Formulators are responsible for ensuring compliance with all regional regulations.
Claims guidance
Claims guidance for Arctium Lappa Root Extract can include: supports the visible improvement of blemish-prone skin; helps reduce the appearance of inflammatory acne lesions; contributes to a balanced skin and scalp environment; helps regulate excess sebum; visibly reduces the signs of aging; supports dermal extracellular matrix metabolism; provides antioxidant protection.
Storage
  • Store tightly closed, protected from light and heat.
  • Refrigeration optional for extended shelf life per TDS.
  • Aqueous botanical - monitor for color shift over time.
Regulatory
  • Finished-product INCI lists components in descending order per the selected variant deck.
  • Cosmetic function: skin conditioning agent, antioxidant
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-ALR series).
  • Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.
Handling
Handle as a heat-sensitive material, incorporating during the cool-down phase below 40°C–50°C. Protect final formulations from direct light to preserve bioactives. Avoid use with strong oxidizing agents or in formulas with extreme pH levels, which can denature peptides and degrade lignans. Formulate Labs provides this active in water-soluble glycerin and propanediol-based carriers for easy incorporation into the water phase.
Questions
Documentation, regulatory, or custom sizing - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.

Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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