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Key benefits: Anti-Aging, Soothing.

Anthocyanins

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Anthocyanins is a substance obtained by the physical processing of edible fruits or vegetables. Enocyanin. Grape skin extract; Anthocyanins, grape

Purpose

Group of naturally occurring substances found in plants that give fruits, vegetables, and plants.

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Category

Antioxidant, Plant Extracts

INCI Purpose

COLORANT

Benefits

Anti-Aging — Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Soothing — Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

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At a Glance

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Group of naturally occurring substances found in plants that give fruits, vegetables, and plants their unique color. Derived from two Greek words meaning plant and blue, anthocyanins are the pigments that make blueberries blue, raspberries red, and so on. Anthocyanins are potent antioxidants. More than 300 different anthocyanins have been identified.

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