Bisabolol
A monocyclic sesquiterpene alcohol from chamomile and candeia tree. Among the most potent anti-inflammatory botanicals.
Inhibits leukotriene synthesis and IL-1β/TNF-α inflammatory cytokines; antimicrobial against S. aureus.
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antimicrobial
- Reduces redness
- Penetration enhancer
What the evidence supports.
- All skin types
No notable contraindications reported.
Mid-routine serum or treatment step.
Concentration range in well-formulated products: 0.1%–1%
Year-round.
Chamomile tea provides oral version traditionally.
No specific deficiency signals tracked for this ingredient.
Slight floral scent at higher %; useful penetration enhancer in serums.
The research behind Bisabolol.
Every claim on this page traces to published research. Findings below are drawn from randomized trials and systematic reviews, each links to the study on PubMed.
Inflammation and Allergy Drug Targets, 2014
Cutis, 2006
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2020
Beneficial Microbes, 2014
No flagged conflicts. Still, patch-test new actives.
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