Co2 Extracts - The Plant Intelligence Behind Radiant Skin
- Louisa
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At Malia Apothecary, we use a carefully selected blend of organic, plant-derived CO2 extracts to enrich and elevate our formulations. You will commonly find; Carrot, Sea Buckthorn, Evening Primrose, Calendula, Rosehip and Raspberry Seed CO2 extracts in our moisturisers and facial oil serums. These are not just ingredients—they are concentrated expressions of the plant itself, capturing its most vibrant, skin-loving nutrients in a beautifully pure and potent form.
What Is a CO2 Extract?
CO2 extraction is a gentle, modern method of drawing out the most beneficial compounds from plants using pressurised carbon dioxide rather than harsh heat or chemical solvents.
Under controlled conditions, CO2 transforms into a fluid-like state that can “lift” the richest elements from the plant—its antioxidants, fatty acids, carotenoids and nourishing lipids.
Once the process is complete, the CO2 simply evaporates away, leaving behind a clean, highly concentrated botanical extract that carries the full vitality of the plant.
What remains is a beautifully intact, nutrient-dense extract that feels as close to the living plant as possible.
Why CO2 Extracts Are So Special in Skincare
CO2 extracts are considered some of the most complete and powerful botanical extracts used in skincare.
They offer:
A deeply concentrated profile of plant nutrients
A fuller expression of the plant compared to many traditional extraction methods
Exceptional stability, helping protect delicate nutrients
A clean, solvent-free purity
Rich lipid-based nourishment that the skin recognises and absorbs easily
In practice, this means your skin receives more of what it naturally understands—plant-based nourishment that feels supportive, balancing and restorative.
CO2 Actives and What They Do for Your Skin
Carrot CO2 Extract
Carrot CO2 is like a burst of golden plant energy for the skin. Naturally rich in beta-carotene and antioxidants, it helps revive dull, tired-looking skin and restore a healthy, warm radiance.
It’s the kind of ingredient that brings skin back to life when it feels flat or depleted.
Sea Buckthorn CO2 Extract
Sea Buckthorn is one of nature’s most powerful skin-supportive botanicals, bursting with omega oils, antioxidants and vibrant carotenoids.
It deeply nourishes the skin, helping it feel stronger, more supple and beautifully replenished. It’s especially loved by skin that feels dry, stressed or in need of a restorative glow.
Evening Primrose CO2 Extract
Evening Primrose is a calming, comforting oil rich in essential fatty acids that help support the skin barrier.
It brings a sense of softness and ease to skin that feels dry, tight or out of balance, helping it return to a more comfortable, settled state.
Calendula CO2 Extract
Calendula is one of the most soothing botanicals in nature—gentle, calming and naturally restorative.
In CO2 form, it becomes even more concentrated, helping to comfort sensitive or reactive skin and reduce the feeling of irritation or visible redness. It’s like a botanical balm for skin that needs care and reassurance.
Rosehip CO2 Extract
Rosehip CO2 is a beautifully renewing botanical, rich in essential fatty acids and naturally occurring compounds that support skin regeneration.
It helps soften the look of uneven tone and texture, encouraging a smoother, more radiant complexion over time. Think of it as skin that slowly remembers its natural glow.
Raspberry Seed CO2 Extract
Raspberry Seed CO2 is a deeply nourishing, protective botanical oil rich in antioxidants and vitamin E.
It helps strengthen the skin barrier, support moisture retention and protect against environmental stress. Skin feels comforted, cushioned and more resilient—like it can better hold onto its own vitality.
The Malia Apothecary Way
For us, skincare is not about forcing change—it’s about working in harmony with the skin’s natural intelligence.
By using CO2-extracted botanicals, we are able to capture plants at their most concentrated and expressive, delivering nourishment that feels alive, intelligent and deeply compatible with the skin.
The result is skincare that doesn’t overwhelm or strip, but instead restores, supports and brings the skin back into balance.
Because when skin is truly nourished with plant intelligence, it doesn’t just look better—it feels calmer, stronger and more itself.
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