Soothing ingredient
Nepeta Cataria Extract
An extract from Nepeta cataria (catnip), a mint-family herb containing nepetalactones and rosmarinic acid, used in cosmetics for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Also known as: catnip extract
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Benefits
- ✓Nepetalactone and rosmarinic acid contribute anti-inflammatory activity
- ✓Antioxidant phenolics protect skin from oxidative damage
- ✓Traditionally used to calm and soothe skin irritation
Watch for
- ⚠Limited cosmetic safety data; generally considered low risk at typical use levels
