Ingredient · INCI listed
Bisabolol
Bisabolol is a sesquiterpene alcohol found naturally in chamomile and candeia tree oil. It's prized for skin-soothing and anti-inflammatory effects — a quiet supporting ingredient across products aimed at sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Evidence — Well-established
Data summary
Products containing
48
Most common in
15 products
moisturizers
Typical pairing
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
Evidence level
Well-established for calming and anti-inflammatory effects. Alpha-bisabolol (the more active isomer) is typically used. Effective at 0.1-1%. Enhances skin penetration of other actives, so it often appears in multi-active serum formulas.
Where it shows up