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Clear Scalp Tonic
Consumers now treat the scalp like facial skin. This leave-on tonic combines natural BHA from white willow bark with royal-jelly-inspired sebum regulators and a soothing lactobacillus secretion to keep oily, flaky scalps clear and comfortable.
Claims
- Helps regulate scalp oil
- Gently clarifies and reduces flakes
- Soothes scalp discomfort
- Lightweight, non-greasy spray
Formula
| Phase | Ingredient | INCI | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Water | Water | to 100 |
| A | Butylene glycol | Butylene Glycol | 3.00 |
| B | Arboris® WWP | Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract | 2.00 |
| B | Arboris® OCF | Butylene Glycol & 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid & Sebacic Acid & 1,10-Decanediol | 3.00 |
| C | Arboris® AST1 | Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate | 0.50 |
| C | Cytoguard® PF1 | Water & Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate | 2.00 |
Procedure
- Dissolve Arboris® WWP in water with butylene glycol (phases A + B).
- Add Arboris® OCF and mix until clear.
- Below 40 °C add Arboris® AST1 and Cytoguard® PF1.
- Adjust pH to 4.5–5.5 and fill into a fine-mist spray.
Starting-point formulations for guidance only. Use levels are within each active's recommended range; compatibility, stability and preservative efficacy must be confirmed in your own laboratory.
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Related actives

Arboris® WWP
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
White willow bark — a natural source of salicin for gentle BHA exfoliation.

Arboris® OCF
Butylene Glycol & 10-Hydroxydecanoic Acid & Sebacic Acid & 1,10-Decanediol
Royal-jelly-inspired actives for sebum control and anti-acne care.

Arboris® AST1
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
UV-activated Bulgarian Lactobacillus secretion — visibly reduces redness in 15 minutes.

Cytoguard® PF1
Water & Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Kimchi-derived ferment peptide for natural, preservative-free skincare.