Vanilla CO2 Extract
INCI Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Overview
A rich vanilla extract drawn out using a gentle CO2 process, capturing a fuller character than traditional methods.
What it is
Vanilla CO2 Extract is drawn from vanilla beans using carbon dioxide rather than a traditional solvent or alcohol. This gentler process is known for capturing a fuller, richer range of vanilla’s natural character.
Where it comes from and how it’s made
Vanilla planifolia is grown widely across tropical regions, notably Madagascar. The cured beans are processed using pressurized carbon dioxide to draw out the extract.
What it does in a formulation
Contributes a rich, warm vanilla character to a finished product.
Why Lovebee uses it
We like the CO2 method specifically because it tends to capture a rounder, fuller side of vanilla than other extraction methods — a warm, comforting note that’s hard not to love.
Good to know
- Vegan and entirely plant-derived.
Common questions
- What makes CO2 extraction different?
It uses pressurized carbon dioxide instead of a traditional solvent, a gentler process known for capturing a fuller range of the plant’s natural character.
- Is Vanilla CO2 Extract the same as Vanilla Extract?
They come from the same bean but are drawn out using different methods, giving each a slightly different character.
- Is Vanilla CO2 Extract vegan?
Yes — it’s a plant-derived extract with no animal inputs.
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