Antioxidant ingredient
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
An extract from the alpine flower Leontopodium alpinum (edelweiss), rich in bisabolane, luteolin, and chlorogenic acid, prized in cosmetics for its potent antioxidant and skin-soothing properties.
Also known as: edelweiss extract, leontopodium alpinum flower/leaf extract
AntioxidantSkin conditioningSoothing
Benefits
- ✓Potent radical scavenging activity (RPF 286); antioxidant capacity twice that of vitamin C
- ✓Inhibits lipid peroxidation and protects collagen from degradation
- ✓Soothes irritated or aged-looking skin via phenolic acids and tannins
Watch for
- ⚠Low sensitization potential at typical cosmetic use levels
