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Common Name(s): Acer mono sap,acer mono sap,botanical water/juice,plant-derived hydrosol

CAS Number: N/a

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Provides gentle skin conditioning and mild antioxidant/anti-inflammatory benefit from water-soluble plant phytochemicals at concentrations suitable for leave-on application.

Why It's Used: Botanical waters deliver authentic plant phytochemical activity at gentle concentrations โ€” the water-soluble metabolite fraction providing mild effective skin conditioning without sensitisation risk of concentrated essential oils.

How It Works: Steam distillation co-produces water-soluble aromatics (0.01-0.1% w/w) with characteristic plant fragrance. water-soluble phenolics, organic acids, and polar terpenoids provide gentle antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

Typically Found In: Toners,facial mists,gentle formulas

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Active ingredient โ€“ antioxidant

Secondary Functions: Free radical scavenging,anti-aging

Application Areas:

Facial Skincare

Body Care

Hair Care

Beard Care

Color Cosmetics (Makeup)

Dietary/Oral Supplements

Typical Concentration Range: 5%โ€“90%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Yes

Halal Status: Yes

Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ€“ very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ€“ non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Vitamin c,vitamin e,ferulic acid,spf,other antioxidants

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Hydrosol preservation: high water activity supports microbial growth โ€” complete preservation system essential for aqueous botanical products.

Last Verified: Cosing database,acer mono sap botanical water review

Primary Sources: 2026-03-22