Saffron Extract (PG)

Saffron Extract (PG) is a water-free, glycerin-free botanical extract made with saffron botanical material and propylene glycol. This cosmetic formulator-grade extract is designed for skincare, body care, hair care, and cosmetic formulations that need a botanical ingredient associated with luxury skincare, radiance-supporting, antioxidant-inspired, and skin-conditioning cosmetic benefits.

Saffron, botanically known as Crocus sativus, is widely used in cosmetic formulations for products focused on soft, smooth, refreshed, and radiant-looking skin. It is naturally associated with botanical compounds such as crocin, crocetin, and safranal, making it a popular luxury botanical choice for facial serums, creams, lotions, gels, masks, body milks, toners, and premium cosmetic formulations.

This extract is made without added water and without glycerin. Propylene glycol is used as the botanical extraction solvent and carrier, making this extract suitable for formulators who prefer PG-based botanical ingredients for easy incorporation into water-based, water-compatible, and emulsion-based cosmetic systems.

Saffron Extract (PG) is ideal for cosmetic formulators, DIY skincare makers, private-label developers, and small-batch beauty brands creating luxury-inspired serums, lightweight gels, moisturizing creams, toners, lotions, body care products, and botanical cosmetic formulations.

This is a cosmetic raw ingredient for formulation use only. Do not apply directly to the skin undiluted.

Application Type

• Cosmetic raw ingredient
• Propylene glycol botanical extract
• Saffron extract
• Crocus sativus extract
• Water-free botanical extract
• Glycerin-free botanical extract
• Luxury botanical cosmetic extract
• Radiance-supporting cosmetic extract
• Antioxidant-inspired cosmetic ingredient
• Skin-conditioning botanical ingredient
• Formulator-grade cosmetic ingredient
• Skincare and body care formulation ingredient

Ingredient Highlights

• Saffron is botanically known as Crocus sativus
• Saffron is commonly used in cosmetic formulas for luxury-inspired, radiance-supporting, and skin-conditioning products
• Naturally associated with botanical compounds such as crocin, crocetin, and safranal
• Helps support a soft, smooth, and well-conditioned skin feel in finished cosmetic formulations
• Propylene Glycol acts as the solvent and carrier for the botanical extract
• Water-free system with no added water
• Glycerin-free formula for formulators who prefer PG-based extracts
• Designed for use as an ingredient in finished cosmetic formulations

Formulation Notes

Saffron Extract (PG) is best suited for cosmetic formulations where a luxury botanical extract profile, radiance-supporting ingredient profile, and skin-conditioning benefits are desired.

It may be used in:

• Facial serums
• Moisturizing creams
• Lotions
• Toners
• Gels
• Masks
• Body milks
• Body care products
• Luxury-inspired cosmetic formulas
• Radiance-focused cosmetic formulas
• Botanical skincare products

This extract is propylene glycol-based and water-compatible. It is not an oil-soluble extract. Always test compatibility, scent impact, color impact, pH stability, preservation compatibility, and final product appearance before scaling production.

Suggested Usage Rate

Recommended use level: 1–5%

Suggested starting point:

• 1% for light botanical extract support
• 2–3% for general cosmetic formulation use
• 4–5% for stronger botanical extract contribution in compatible formulas

Add during the cool-down phase when possible.

No direct heating is required. If used in heated formulations, add after the batch has cooled to a suitable temperature for heat-sensitive cosmetic ingredients.

Solubility

Water-compatible
Propylene glycol-based
Glycerin-free
Not oil-soluble
Suitable for water-based and emulsion systems

Ingredients

Saffron Extract, Propylene Glycol

INCI-style listing may vary depending on your final product label format and documentation. Use your exact internal ingredient documentation for finished product labels.

How to Use

Add Saffron Extract (PG) to the water phase or cool-down phase of a compatible cosmetic formulation.

Mix thoroughly until fully incorporated. Small-batch testing is recommended before full production.

Do not apply directly to the skin undiluted. This is a concentrated cosmetic raw ingredient for formulation use only.

Storage Instructions

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep container sealed when not in use. Avoid introducing water or contaminants into the bottle.

Natural color, scent, clarity, or intensity may vary from batch to batch due to the botanical nature of the extract.

Precautions

• Cosmetic raw ingredient for formulation use only
• Do not apply directly to skin undiluted
• For external cosmetic use only after proper formulation
• Patch test finished products before full use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Avoid contact with eyes
• Do not ingest
• Use proper formulation hygiene when handling
• Test compatibility before scaling production
• Natural variations in color, scent, and clarity may occur
• This extract may contribute color to finished formulations
• This product is not a drug or therapeutic product
• This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease
• This product is not intended to brighten skin, treat dark spots, treat discoloration, treat irritation, or correct any skin condition
• Final product safety, preservation, stability, labeling, and regulatory compliance are the responsibility of the formulator