{"title":"Macerates \u0026 infused oils","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eAOT supplies high-quality macerates for the development and manufacture of cosmetic products. For these traditional infused oils, flowers, herbs or roots are macerated in a plant-based carrier oil over a defined period. During this process, the oil takes up the oil-soluble constituents and characteristic accompanying substances of the respective plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eThe result is versatile speciality oils – from European classics such as calendula, arnica and St John’s wort to Ayurvedic-inspired extracts such as amla and ashwagandha root macerate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eControlled production and a diverse range of raw materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eDuring maceration, plant parts are extracted in a suitable carrier oil over several weeks. Depending on the raw material, dried or fresh plant parts are used. Calendula and arnica flowers, for example, are processed dried, while St John’s wort can be macerated as a fresh herb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eThe carrier oil takes up oil-soluble plant compounds such as carotenoids, flavonoids and other characteristic accompanying substances. Our range includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCalendula macerate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eArnica macerate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eSt John’s wort macerate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eCarrot macerate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eAmla and ashwagandha root macerates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003eAloe vera oil macerate\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eThe macerates are gently filtered to ensure good product quality and suitable processing properties. Details of the exact composition, the carrier oil used and the INCI name can be found on the respective product page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eQuality, transparency and reliable supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eWe work with selected suppliers and long-standing partners and attach importance to transparent supply chains and traceable raw material origin. Where possible, we also develop upcycling solutions in which plant-based side streams are refined into high-quality cosmetic raw materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Courier New';\"\u003eThe macerates we manufacture and trade are monitored by AOT’s in-house laboratory and by accredited external testing laboratories. Relevant quality parameters and product specifications are checked regularly to ensure consistent quality and reliable processing in your formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"arnikamazerat-trocken-bio","title":"Arnica Macerate (dried flowers), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic arnica macerate, often also referred to as arnica oil, is a plant-based macerate made from dried organic arnica flowers and organic olive oil. The yellow oil is suitable for a variety of oil-based cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo produce it, dried organic arnica flowers are macerated in organic extra virgin olive oil at a ratio of 1:10. During the maceration process, the oil-soluble plant constituents of the arnica pass into the carrier oil. The macerate is then filtered and stabilised with organic rosemary extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organic olive oil base gives the macerate a natural oleic acid content, complemented by smaller proportions of palmitic and linoleic acid. Arnica macerate can be processed like a classic skincare oil and can be used neat or as a proportion of oil blends, balms and emulsions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is suitable for massage oils, skincare oils, balms, foot care products, emulsions and other oil-based cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226575081859,"sku":"10566","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Arnikamazerat-trocken-bio_102e62ef-993c-432a-97d0-256e1d0b03e6.jpg?v=1791360327"},{"product_id":"calendulamazerat-trocken-bio","title":"Calendula Macerate (dried flowers), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic calendula macerate is a plant-based macerate made from dried organic calendula flowers and organic olive oil. It is characterised by its light orange colour and typical floral scent. Calendula macerate is one of the established plant oils for cosmetic formulations and is used in a wide range of care products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring maceration, the calendula flowers release their oil-soluble plant constituents into the carrier oil. The macerate is then filtered and stabilised with organic rosemary extract. The organic olive oil base gives the product a high proportion of oleic acid and makes it a versatile formulation component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula macerate can be used neat or as part of oil blends or emulsions. It can be processed in the oil phase of cosmetic formulations and is suitable for a range of care concepts. The natural colour of the macerate should be taken into account during product development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is suitable for balms, skincare oils, emulsions, massage oils and other cosmetic formulations. Lighter and extract-based: our calendula oil in sunflower oil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226576130435,"sku":"10160","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Calendulamazerat_bio_d6a0505a-1c59-44a8-a236-721ce62923a1.jpg?v=1791360394"},{"product_id":"karottenmazerat-frisch-bio","title":"Carrot Macerate (fresh carrots), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic carrot macerate, also known as carrot oil, is a plant-based macerate based on organic sesame oil and fresh organic carrot juice. During maceration, the fat-soluble constituents of the carrot pass into the oil and give the product its characteristic warm colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e To produce it, fresh organic carrot juice is macerated in organic sesame oil. The macerate is then filtered and stabilised with organic rosemary extract. Production based on fresh plant raw materials differs from processes based on powdered extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In formulation terms, the product combines the properties of a sesame oil with the plant constituents of the carrot. The macerate can be incorporated into a range of oil formulations and emulsions while adding a natural colour to the formulation. This should be taken into account accordingly during product development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The product is suitable for sun care products, after-sun applications, body oils, emulsions, lip care products and other cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226576556419,"sku":"10540","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Karottenmazerat_frisch_bio.jpg?v=1791185088"},{"product_id":"johanniskrautmazerat-frisch-bio-olive","title":"St John’s Wort Macerate (fresh herb), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic St John’s wort macerate, traditionally also known as red oil, is a plant-based macerate made from fresh St John’s wort flowers and organic olive oil. The product is typically light brown to reddish in colour with a characteristic spicy-sweet scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo produce it, freshly harvested St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is macerated in organic olive oil during the flowering period. Over the course of the maceration process, which lasts several weeks, the oil-soluble plant constituents pass into the carrier oil. Fresh maceration differs from processes based on dried plant material. The macerate is then filtered and stabilised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The organic olive oil base gives the macerate a high proportion of oleic acid and makes it a versatile formulation component for cosmetic applications. The characteristic natural colour and scent of the macerate should be taken into account during product development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is suitable for massage oils, skincare oils, balms, emulsions and other oil-based cosmetic formulations. Due to the natural constituents of St John’s wort, suitability for the respective application should be assessed as part of product development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226577080707,"sku":"91461","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Johanniskrautmazerat_frisch_bio.jpg?v=1791273677"},{"product_id":"calendulaol-bio-sonne","title":"Calendula Oil (extract in sunflower oil), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic calendula oil based on organic sunflower oil is a plant-based calendula infused oil for cosmetic formulations. The light orange oil has the characteristic scent of calendula and is suitable for applications in which a lighter oil base is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo produce it, a standardised organic calendula extract is combined with organic sunflower oil. Compared with a classic macerate, this process ensures a consistent raw material quality and easy integration into a range of formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organic sunflower oil base is characterised by a high proportion of linoleic acid and contributes to the light sensory profile of the product. Calendula oil can be used like a classic skincare oil in oil blends, emulsions and other cosmetic formulations. The natural colour of the oil should be taken into account during product development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is suitable for skincare creams, facial oils, after-sun products, cleansing oils and other cosmetic applications. Classically macerated: our calendula macerate in organic olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226577408387,"sku":"91908","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Calendulamazerat_bio.jpg?v=1791272504"},{"product_id":"aloe-vera-ol-mazerat-bio","title":"Aloe Vera Oil Macerate, organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic aloe vera oil macerate is a plant-based macerate based on organic aloe vera gel and refined organic sunflower oil. The almost clear, odour-neutral oil is suitable for cosmetic formulations in which aloe vera is to be used in oil-based systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a specially developed process, the oil-soluble plant constituents of organic aloe vera gel from fresh aloe vera leaves are made available in refined organic sunflower oil. The macerate is then filtered. The product contains no aloin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organic sunflower oil base gives the macerate a natural linoleic acid content, complemented by oleic acid and palmitic acid. Thanks to its neutral sensory profile, the macerate can be integrated into a range of formulations without significantly affecting colour or fragrance profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is suitable for balms, butters, body oils, massage oils, lip care products, cleansing oils as well as emulsions and other cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226580193667,"sku":"92096","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Aloe_Vera_Oel_mazerat_bio_92096.jpg?v=1791360303"},{"product_id":"arnikamazerat-trocken-cos-bio","title":"Arnica Macerate (dried flowers), COS, organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eArnica macerate is a plant-based macerate made from dried arnica flowers and organic olive oil. The yellow oil is suitable for a variety of oil-based cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo produce it, dried arnica flowers are macerated in organic extra virgin olive oil at a ratio of 1:10. During the maceration process, the oil-soluble plant constituents of the arnica pass into the carrier oil. The macerate is then filtered and stabilised with organic rosemary extract based on organic sunflower oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organic olive oil base gives the macerate a natural oleic acid content, complemented by smaller proportions of palmitic and linoleic acid. Arnica macerate can be processed like a classic skincare oil and can be used neat or as a proportion of oil blends, balms and emulsions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is suitable for massage oils, skincare oils, balms, foot care products, emulsions and other oil-based cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226580619651,"sku":"92370","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Arnikamazerat-trocken-bio.jpg?v=1791272329"},{"product_id":"ashwagandhawurzelmazerat-trocken-bio","title":"Ashwagandha Root Macerate (dried root), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic ashwagandha root macerate is a plant-based macerate based on dried organic ashwagandha roots and organic sunflower oil. The pale yellow-green oil has a mild, nutty-herbaceous scent and is suitable for a wide range of cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo produce it, dried organic ashwagandha roots are macerated in organic sunflower oil. During the maceration process, the oil-soluble plant constituents pass into the carrier oil. The macerate is then stabilised with tocopherol extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organic sunflower oil base gives the product a natural content of linoleic and oleic acid and makes it a versatile formulation component. The macerate can be processed like a classic skincare oil in oil blends, emulsions and other cosmetic applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic ashwagandha root macerate is suitable for skin and hair care formulations, creams, gels, oils, lotions, serums, shampoos, face masks and sprays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226582978947,"sku":"92440","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Ashwagandhawurzelmazerat_trocken_bio_92440.jpg?v=1791360355"},{"product_id":"johanniskrautmazerat-frisch-bio-sonne","title":"St John’s Wort Macerate (fresh herb), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic St John’s wort macerate based on organic sunflower oil, traditionally also known as red oil, is a plant-based macerate made from fresh St John’s wort flowers and organic sunflower oil. The product is typically light brown to reddish in colour with a characteristic spicy-sweet scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e To produce it, freshly harvested St John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is macerated in organic sunflower oil during the flowering period. Over the course of the maceration process, which lasts several weeks, the oil-soluble plant constituents pass into the carrier oil. Fresh maceration differs from processes based on dried plant material. The macerate is then filtered and stabilised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The organic sunflower oil base gives the macerate a high proportion of linoleic acid and makes it a versatile formulation component for cosmetic applications. The characteristic natural colour and scent of the macerate should be taken into account during product development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The product is suitable for massage oils, skincare oils, balms, emulsions and other oil-based cosmetic formulations. Due to the natural constituents of St John’s wort, suitability for the respective application should be assessed as part of product development. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AOT GmbH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58226583961987,"sku":"92521","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1015\/8610\/8803\/files\/Johanniskrautmazerat_frisch_bio_91461.jpg?v=1791273705"},{"product_id":"amlamazerat-trocken-bio","title":"Amla Macerate (dried fruit), organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic amla macerate is a plant-based macerate made from dried organic amla fruit (Indian gooseberry) and organic sunflower oil. The oil is suitable for a variety of cosmetic formulations and is used in particular in hair and skin care concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo produce it, dried organic amla fruit is macerated in organic sunflower oil. During the maceration process, the oil-soluble plant constituents of the fruit pass into the carrier oil. The macerate is then filtered and further processed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe organic sunflower oil base gives the product a natural content of linoleic and oleic acid and makes it a versatile formulation component. 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