Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract
A bougainvillea leaf cell-culture extract. It supports antioxidant defense and skin firmness. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
An antioxidant plant extract. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Bougainvillea leaf cell extract (INCI: Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract) is produced by culturing plant cells in a lab rather than from the whole plant. It is added to serums and anti-aging creams for its polyphenols and other compounds with antioxidant activity. As an active it is a supporting component. Plant cell cultures usually have evidence limited to in vitro or brand studies rather than large clinical trials. It can add to a formula's antioxidant defense, but the basis for firm claims of firmness or anti-aging is modest. Applied topically it has no meaningful systemic absorption, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good, with low irritation and allergy risk, suitable for sensitive skin. As a plant extract, very sensitized skin could react occasionally, though that is uncommon.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract safe during pregnancy?
Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract for?
Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A bougainvillea leaf cell-culture extract.
What's the INCI name for Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract?
The INCI name is Bougainvillea Glabra Leaf Cell Extract.
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