The Basics On Bisabolol
What is Bisabolol?
An alcohol that is also known as levomenol, is a thick oily liquid, which is the main component of chamomile.
What are other names for Bisabolol?
(R*,R*)-ALPHA,4-DIMETHYL-ALPHA-(4-METHYL-3-PENTENYL)CYCLOHEX-3-ENE-1-METHANOL, .ALPHA.-BISABOLOL, 1-METHYL-4-(1-HYDROXY-1,5,5-TRIMETHYL-4-PENTENYL) CYCLOHEX-1-ENE, 3-CYCLOHEXENE-1-METHANOL, .ALPHA.,4-DIMETHYL-.ALPHA.-(4-METHYL-3-PENTENYL)-, (.ALPHA.R,1R)-REL-, 3-CYCLOHEXENE-1-METHANOL,A ,4-DIMETHYL-A -(4-METHYL-3-PENTENYL)-, A,4-DIMETHYL-A -(4-METHYL-3-PENTENYL)-3-CYCLOHEXENE-1-METHANOL, ALPHA BISABOLOL, and BISABOLOL
What is Bisabolol used for?
What is Bisabolol? Bisabolol is the key active plant extract isolated from German chamomile where it comprises nearly half of its essential oil1. It is thought to have anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties2. Is Bisabolol good for my skin? Bisabolol is a common additive in many skincare products, including moisturizing creams and ointments, lotions, cleansers, sunscreens, antiperspirants, and makeup products. Bisabolol is also a scent enhancing ingredient used in cosmetics. Is Bisabolol safe to use on my skin? Bisabolol has been rated as a low hazard ingredient in cosmetic formulations and appears to be extremely safe to use without side-effects3. However, there have been reports of bisabolol causing contact dermatitis2.
How Bisabolol is classified
Skin-Soothing, Plant Extracts
Recommendations for using Bisabolol during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Bisabolol During Pregnancy
What we know about using Bisabolol while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
N/A
General safety info about Bisabolol from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Bisabolol
Credentials Sensitive System Bisabolol Nutrient Masque; First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub with 10% AHA; SUNDAY RILEY A+ High-Dose Retinol Serum; SUNDAY RILEY C.E.O Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
1. Baumann L. Chamomile. In: Cosmeceuticals and Cosmetic Ingredients. 2nd ed. Mc Graw-Hill Education.; 2015:264. 2. Russell K, Jacob S. Bisabolol. Dermatitis. 2010;21(1):57-58. [PubMed] 3. BISABOLOL. EWG’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Database. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/700771/BISABOLOL/. Published 2018. Accessed October 2018
Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.
