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Extract derived from the barberry plant; Offers antioxidant and skin-soothing properties; Research also indicates that this ingredient has antibacterial activity; Native to Asia and Europe, where it has a long history of use in traditional medicine Key benefits: Soothing, Anti-Aging.
Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract
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Berberis Vulgaris Root Extract is an extract of the fresh root bark of the Barberry, Berberis vulgaris L., Berberidaceae
Purpose
Extract derived from the barberry plant that offers skin-soothing and antioxidant benefits.
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BEST
Category
Antioxidant, Plant Extracts
INCI Purpose
ANTIMICROBIAL
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At a Glance
Extract derived from the barberry plant
Offers antioxidant and skin-soothing properties
Research also indicates that this ingredient has antibacterial activity
Native to Asia and Europe, where it has a long history of use in traditional medicine
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Berberis vulgaris root extract is derived from the barberry plant. Barberry’s primary component, berberine, is an alkaloid (natural plant compound based on nitrogen) that offers antioxidant and skin-soothing properties. Research also indicates that this ingredient offers antibacterial activity.
Various parts of Berberis vulgaris including its roots, bark, leaves, and fruit have a long history of use in traditional medicine. This plant is native to and grows throughout Asia and Europe but is most well known in Iran. Usage levels haven’t been established for cosmetics, but like most plant extracts, low concentrations can exert many benefits.
See: Barberry
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