INCI: Mahonia Aquifolium Root Extract
A traditional botanical infusion selected for focused, conditioning skin care.
What Is Oregon Grape?
Oregon Grape, Mahonia aquifolium, is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. Despite its name, it is not a true grape. The plant is recognized for its distinctive yellow roots and has a long history of use in traditional botanical preparations.
The root naturally contains plant constituents characteristic of the Mahonia genus. In topical botanical formulations, Oregon Grape may be incorporated through different extraction methods depending on the intended product and formulation system.
What Is an Oregon Grape Root Infusion?
Pure Intox uses Oregon Grape Root as an infused botanical. During the infusion process, compatible constituents from the dried root are incorporated into a carrier oil, creating an oil-based botanical ingredient suitable for anhydrous balms and salves.
An oil infusion is different from the whole plant or a standardized extract. The constituents present in the finished infusion depend on the botanical material, carrier oil, infusion method, and the solubility of the plant's individual components.
Benefits
In cosmetic body care, Oregon Grape Root Infusion is valued as a traditional botanical ingredient for formulas designed to condition and care for dry, stressed-looking skin.
The infusion also contributes the emollient properties of its carrier oil, helping soften the skin and support a comfortable, conditioned feel when incorporated into concentrated botanical balms and salves.
Why We Use Oregon Grape Root Infusion
At Pure Intox, Oregon Grape Root Infusion is selected for Rooted Calm Defense as part of a focused botanical formulation built around traditional herbs and nourishing plant-based ingredients.
Rather than relying on Oregon Grape as a standalone ingredient, the infusion is incorporated as part of the complete formula, where it works alongside complementary botanical oils, waxes, and other carefully selected ingredients.
Sourcing & Quality
Oregon Grape Root is derived from Mahonia aquifolium and prepared as a botanical infusion for use in an oil-based formulation. Botanical identity, carrier-oil quality, infusion method, and careful handling are important considerations in producing a consistent infused ingredient.
Because an infused oil differs from a standardized extract, we describe the ingredient according to the botanical and formulation method actually used rather than assigning a standardized concentration or potency to the finished infusion.
Found In Pure Intox Rituals
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