A chaste tree plant extract. It helps calm skin. Well tolerated.
Topical application
BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations.
A plant extract. Safe.
Vitex agnus-castus extract (INCI: Vitex Agnus Castus Extract) comes from the fruit of the chaste tree. In topical cosmetics it is used for its calming effect on the skin, in formulas for reactive skin. It helps to separate the cosmetic from the oral supplement: taken by mouth this plant is linked to hormonal effects, but in a cream it works locally and on the surface, without that role. As an active it is a supporting ingredient with a mild effect, not a treatment; the specific topical evidence is modest. Topically it is not systemically relevant, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding without concern. This refers to the cosmetic; the oral version carries other considerations that do not apply here. Tolerance is good, with low irritation and allergy potential, suitable for sensitive skin.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
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Vitex Agnus Castus Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Vitex Agnus Castus Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
A chaste tree plant extract.
The INCI name is Vitex Agnus Castus Extract. It may also appear as: Экстракт витекса священного, Chaste Tree Extract.
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