Rubbing Alcohol

• Fast acting antimicrobial cleansing
• Cooling, fast evaporating effect
• Effective carrier for active compounds
• Enhances topical absorption
• Solvent for plant compounds

• Chemical name: Isopropyl alcohol (propan 2 ol)
• Composition: ~70% alcohol, ~30% water
• Class: Organic solvent / antiseptic
• Widely used in topical preparations for disinfection and delivery support [biologyinsights.com]

Primary carrier / delivery medium
o Helps transport active compounds across the skin surface

Penetration enhancer
o Alters skin barrier properties, improving absorption of actives

Stabilizing solvent
o Keeps plant extracts dissolved and evenly distributed

Rapid-drying base
o Leaves minimal residue, allowing quick application without greasiness

Fast acting antimicrobial cleansing
o Kills bacteria and microbes by disrupting cell membranes and denaturing proteins [synapse.patsnap.com]

Cooling, fast evaporating effect
o Rapid evaporation creates an immediate cooling sensation on the skin

Effective carrier for active compounds
o Water content (30%) slows evaporation, allowing better surface penetration and contact [biologyinsights.com]

Enhances topical absorption
o Alcohol-based vehicles can increase skin permeability and improve delivery of active ingredients [brieflands.com]

Solvent for plant compounds
o Dissolves both polar and non polar molecules, helping extract and deliver phytochemicals efficiently [synapse.patsnap.com]