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Hordeum Vulgare Extract
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Hordeum Vulgare Extract is an extract of the cereal grass of the Barley, Hordeum vulgare L., Graminae
Purpose
Can have antioxidant properties when ingested, but there is no research showing this to be the case when applied topically.
Rating
GOOD
Category
Plant Extracts, Antioxidant
INCI Purpose
SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
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At a Glance
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Hordeum vulgare extract is more commonly known as barley extract. It can have antioxidant properties when ingested, but there is no research showing this to be the case when applied topically. Barley and its extracts/derivatives are a source of gluten. When fermented (as it is when used to make beer or when combined with yeast in cosmetics), barley extract has been shown to soothe skin.
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