Herbs & Extracts

Extract	Rarity	Cost	Sourcing Challenges
Sea Buckthorn	High	High	Limited to specific cold-climate regions, labor-intensive harvesting.
Acai Berry Extract	High	High	Grown mainly in the Amazon; high demand in the cosmetic industry raises prices.
Dragon Fruit Extract	Moderate	Moderate	Requires controlled cultivation in tropical climates; low supply outside specialty farms.
Snail Mucin	High	High	Ethical concerns due to animal sourcing; production requires specialized extraction.
Pearl Extract	High	High	Difficult to source; pearls must be sustainably harvested and processed.
Irish Moss	Moderate	Moderate	Collected from coastal regions; seasonal harvesting affects supply and price.
Blue-Green Algae	High	High	Requires specialized harvesting from freshwater sources; strict regulations apply.
Red Algae Extract	High	High	Limited marine locations and high processing costs contribute to rarity and expense.