Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract
Bird's-foot trefoil Lotus corniculatus seed extract – a source of flavonoids and tannins. Antioxidant and tone-evening action. Pregnancy-safe.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Antioxidant with weak evidence.
- Fumic B, Jug M, Zovko Koncic M. Optimization of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction of Phenolic Antioxidants from Lotus corniculatus. Croat Chem Acta. 2019;92(3):369-377.. DOI 10.5562/cca3549
How to read tiers A–F
- DNo data, or very weak or conflicting data
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Lotus corniculatus seed extract is a water-alcohol extract. INCI: Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract. Contains flavonoids, tannins and phytoestrogens. In cosmetics it is used as an antioxidant and tone-evening component. Use levels run from 0.5 to 3%. Pregnancy safety. Systemic absorption is minimal. Topically safe. Skin profile. Low irritation and allergen potential. Non-comedogenic. Suitable for all skin types. Weak evidence.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract safe during pregnancy?
Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract for?
Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
Bird's-foot trefoil Lotus corniculatus seed extract – a source of flavonoids and tannins.
Is Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 0/5 – non-comedogenic. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract?
The INCI name is Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract. It may also appear as: Corniculatus Seed Extract, Bird's-foot Trefoil.
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