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Botanical Extract · Aqueous Hydroglycerin · 5% Loading

Bamboo Extract

Bambusa Vulgaris Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock

Formulate Labs offers Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, a fixed 5% hydroglycerin stock harnessing the power of over 70% organic silica and potent flavonoids like orientin and vitexin. This INCI-standardized active is distinct from general bamboo powders or silica sources, providing a clear, high-performance solution for advanced cosmetic formulations.

  • Fixed 5% Bambusa Vulgaris Extract in Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract or Hydroglycerin Extract base
  • Four preservation systems - 8 recipes total, all made-to-order
  • COA + SDS + TDS per base/preservative variant · 500 g to 17 kg
Base: Hydroglycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural MBS-4 INCI breakdown
High-glycerin aqueous stock carrying 5% botanical extract - for formulas that want maximum humectancy without propanediol in the deck. 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 %)
Glycerin, Water, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 500 g Formulation guide
1
Bambusa Vulgaris
Silica & Flavonoid-rich Extract
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
Common names
Bambusa vulgaris stem/leaf powder · bamboo silica · bamboo stem
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
bambusa botanical extract - bambusa hydroglycerin stock Supports skin's natural resilience.
The extract

The Power of Bamboo: Resilient Skin from Nature's Core

Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, derived from the resilient bamboo plant, is a sophisticated botanical active specifically engineered for high bioavailability and efficacy in cosmetic formulations. Unlike generic forms such as Bambusa vulgaris stem/leaf powder, bamboo silica, or simply bamboo stem, our offering is standardized as the INCI Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, ensuring consistent quality and performance for formulators focused on precise ingredient specifications rather than broad supplier SKUs.

Dual mechanism: Bambusa Vulgaris Extract's cosmetic action is driven by its rich composition of over 70% organic silica and potent flavonoids, including orientin and vitexin. First, the bioavailable silica provides structural support to the skin's architecture by reinforcing the extracellular matrix, helping to maintain the stability of crucial proteins like collagen and elastin, thereby supporting skin's structural resilience and enhancing barrier hydration. Second, the extract's flavonoid complex delivers sophisticated antioxidant and soothing benefits, neutralizing damaging reactive oxygen species (ROS) to help protect the skin from visible signs of environmental stressors and UVB-induced photoaging, while also helping to mitigate inflammatory signaling pathways for calming compromised or reactive skin.

Use levels: Formulate Labs' 5% hydroglycerin stock of Bambusa Vulgaris Extract is typically incorporated into cosmetic formulations at a rate of 0.25% to 5.0% of the final product. For optimal efficacy, a 2.0% use level of this stock is recommended, with minimal bio-activity observed below 0.1%.

Market context: Formulate Labs’ Bambusa Vulgaris Extract is positioned as a premium, science-backed active, differentiating itself from competitors by emphasizing a high-tech, dual-action mechanism. While some market offerings like 'HYDRALPHATINE™ ASIA-class actives' focus on sustainable hydration, and 'Bamboo Extract PB-class actives' target calming properties, Formulate Labs highlights the high concentration of bioavailable silica for reinforcing skin's foundational matrix and potent flavonoids for sophisticated antioxidant and soothing benefits, providing a comprehensive solution for resilient, healthy-looking skin.

Pricing context: Public B2B pricing data for high-purity, liquid suspensions of Bambusa Vulgaris Extract is limited, with available intelligence primarily for standardized botanical powder extracts ranging from $100 to $900 per kilogram. Formulate Labs' high-bioavailability liquid extract is competitively priced: a 500g sample for $295.00, 1kg for $450.00, and a 17kg pail for $6,502.50, equating to $382.50 per kilogram.

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

Note: Common trade names like (Bambusa vulgaris stem/leaf powder, bamboo silica, bamboo stem) refer to forms of bamboo material, while Bambusa Vulgaris Extract is the specified INCI name for this cosmetic raw material.

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 Skin Structure & Resilience
Rich in bioavailable silica, it reinforces the skin’s extracellular matrix, helping maintain collagen and elastin for enhanced structural support and resilience.
Potent Antioxidant Protection*
Its flavonoid complex, including orientin and vitexin, neutralizes reactive oxygen species (ROS), protecting skin from visible signs of environmental stressors and photoaging.
Soothes & Calms Reactive Skin
Helps mitigate inflammatory signaling pathways, making it an ideal ingredient for soothing and calming the appearance of compromised or reactive skin.
Promotes Clearer, Even-Toned Skin*
Supports melanin synthesis pathways for a more even-looking skin tone and helps balance sebum production, beneficial for oily and blemish-prone complexions.

* 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.

Extensive peer-reviewed research supports the cosmetic efficacy of Bambusa Vulgaris Extract across multiple skin concerns. Studies highlight its ability to influence melanin production, reduce sebum output, improve the appearance of acneic lesions, and support the skin's natural repair processes by enhancing fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis. 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.

2018
Study
International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Melanin Production Pathways Modulation by Bambusa Vulgaris Extract

Choi MH et al.

Demonstrates the extract's influence on melanin production pathways, supporting its use in formulations designed to promote a brighter, more even-looking skin tone and address the appearance of hyperpigmentation.

2022
Clinical Study
Healthcare

Impact on Sebum Output and Acneic Lesions

Chilicka K et al.

Clinical findings show a significant reduction in sebum output and an improved appearance of acneic lesions, validating the extract's use in clarifying products for oily and blemish-prone skin.

2018
Research Paper
Zenodo

Enhancing Fibroblast Proliferation and Collagen Synthesis

Gholve B et al.

Validates the extract’s ability to support the skin's natural repair processes by enhancing fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis, making it a compelling ingredient for restorative skin care products.

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.

Bulk composition at fixed 5% Bambusa Vulgaris Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-BAV-W2-MBS4-5PCT-001).

Water · 44.053% Glycerin · 48.947% Bambusa Vulgaris Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
44.053%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
48.947%
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
CASContact for COA
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)
0.25% – 5.0% of Formulate Labs' 5% hydroglycerin stock
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window per stability data)
Solubility
Water-soluble and highly compatible with standard cosmetic carriers like hydroglycerin and propanediol/glycerin bases.
Temperature
Add during the cool-down phase of formulation, at temperatures below 40°C, to preserve active flavonoids.
Incompatibilities
Avoid use with strong acids or highly alkaline raw materials in the same formulation.
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
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract is a globally recognized cosmetic ingredient with a history of safe use in topical applications, broadly accepted in key markets.
Claims guidance
Formulations containing Bambusa Vulgaris Extract can make claims related to: improving skin resilience and texture, protecting from environmental stressors, calming compromised skin, reducing the appearance of photoaging, balancing sebum for oily or blemish-prone skin types, and promoting a more even-looking skin tone.
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, soothing agent
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-BAV series).
  • As with any botanical ingredient, formulators are responsible for ensuring their final product and its claims comply with all regional regulations.
  • Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.
Handling
Store in a cool, dark place. For optimal activity of heat-sensitive flavonoids, incorporate during the cool-down phase of formulation, below 40°C. Our liquid suspension is designed for easy incorporation into the aqueous 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.

500 g
$295.00
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