actives•Whole peeled black garlic cloves (Aw 0.75–0.80, pH 3.5–4.0), puréed before incorporation; supplier CoA required for pH and Aw verification

ALLIUM SATIVUM BULB OIL

Black Garlic

Replaces v1 raw-garlic depth with concentrated umami, balsamic-like sweetness, and dark molasses complexity; Maillard products (melanoidins) from 60–90 day controlled enzymatic browning provide glutamate-rich savory depth without fermented tang; bridges African stew richness with French gastronomy

INCI Name

ALLIUM SATIVUM BULB ...

Functions

1 Roles

Sustainability

8/10

Category

actives

What It Does

Allium Sativum Bulb Oil is a lipophilic extract obtained from garlic bulbs, rich in organosulfur compounds including allicin precursors, diallyl disulfide, and diallyl trisulfide, which are responsible for its characteristic bioactivity and potent odor profile. In cosmetic and topical applications, it is valued for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and circulation-stimulating properties, and has been studied for its role in supporting scalp health and hair growth. Formulators working with this ingredient must carefully manage its strong sulfurous odor through encapsulation or masking strategies, and typically use it at low concentrations (0.1–2%) to balance efficacy with sensory acceptability.

Enhances formula performance
Contributes to product quality
Supports formulation goals
Improves user experience

Technical Properties

Ionic Charge

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

plant-derived oils and butterslipophilic activesantioxidantsemollientsoil-soluble vitaminsessential oils

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizershigh-pH alkaline systemsperoxide-based ingredients
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

8/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Allium sativum (garlic) bulbs, cold-pressed or steam-distilled

Quick Reference

Full INCI Name
ALLIUM SATIVUM BULB OIL
Common Name
Black Garlic
Category
actives

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ALLIUM SATIVUM BULB OIL (Black Garlic) - Replaces v1 raw-garlic depth with concentrated umami, balsamic-like sweetness, and dark molasses complexity; Maillard products (melanoidins) from 60–90 day controlled enzymatic browning provide glutamate-rich savory depth without fermented tang; bridges African stew richness with French gastronomy | Genie Ingredient Database