Totarol

Product Description

As a leading wholesale supplier of high-performance bioactive molecules, GSS offers High Purity Totarol Powder (≥98%) at factory-direct prices. Extracted from the heartwood of the Totara tree or produced via sustainable plant-based synthesis, Totarol is a naturally occurring diterpenoid phenol renowned for its extraordinary antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. It is highly effective against Gram-positive bacteria, particularly Propionibacterium acnes, making it a "gold standard" natural active for acne-prone skin formulations. We provide global bulk supply with full technical documentation for dermo-cosmetic compliance.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Totarol
• Chemical Name: (4bS,8aS)-4b,8,8-trimethyl-1-propan-2-yl-5,6,7,8a,9,10-hexahydrophenanthren-2-ol
• CAS No.: 511-15-9
• Molecular Formula: C20H30O
• Molecular Weight: 286.45 g/mol
• Appearance: Pale yellow to white crystalline powder
• Purity (Assay): ≥98.0% (HPLC)
• Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, glycols, and oils; insoluble in water
• Grade: Cosmetic Grade (Natural/High Purity)
• Origin: China (Direct Factory Supply)

Key Benefits & Applications

• Potent Natural Antibacterial: Demonstrates powerful inhibitory effects against P. acnes and Staphylococcus aureus at extremely low concentrations, offering a non-irritating alternative to synthetic biocides.
• Super Antioxidant Protection: Provides 3x the antioxidant capacity of Vitamin E, effectively neutralizing free radicals and protecting skin lipids from oxidative stress and photo-aging.
• Anti-Inflammatory Action: Helps soothe redness and reduce skin sensitivity caused by bacterial imbalance or environmental pollutants.
• Clean Beauty Preservative Booster: Naturally extends the shelf-life of formulations by inhibiting microbial growth, ideal for "Preservative-Free" marketing claims.
• Applications: Target-specific acne treatments, daily purifying cleansers, advanced anti-aging serums, and microbiome-friendly skincare.

Formulation Guidelines

• Recommended Dosage: 0.01% – 0.05% (Max 0.1% for intensive treatments).
• Incorporation: Highly lipophilic. It should be pre-dissolved in the oil phase or a solvent like Ethoxydiglycol/Propanediol before being added to the emulsion.
• pH Stability: Stable between pH 4.0 – 9.0.
• Compatibility/Stability Notes: Heat stable; can be added during the heating phase of oil components. Exhibits excellent synergy with other lipid-repair ingredients.
• Synergy: Combine with Phytosphingosine for advanced acne-microbiome regulation, or with Ceramide NP to provide a protective antimicrobial shield for compromised skin barriers.