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Boswellia Extract

Boswellia (frankincense) — resin from the sacred tree Boswellia serrata from India. Boswellic acids (AKBA) — powerful inhibitors of 5-LOX, more effective than cortisone in some anti-inflammatory reactions. Ideal for acne, rosacea, and atopic dermatitis.

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Comedogenic Rating

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Irritation Potential

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What is it?

Boswellia serrata — a tree of the Burseraceae family, whose resin has been used in Ayurveda for millennia as frankincense. INCI: Boswellia Serrata Extract or Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract. Key components: AKBA (acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid), KBA (11-keto-β-boswellic acid), α- and β-boswellic acids. AKBA is the strongest inhibitor of 5-LOX. Concentration: 0.1–2%.

Soothing agents for acne and rosacea. Anti-aging serums. Combines with centella asiatica and niacinamide for a comprehensive anti-inflammatory effect.

Key Benefits

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AKBA — inhibitor of 5-LOX (more powerful than aspirin)

5-LOX (5-lipoxygenase) — an enzyme that converts arachidonic acid into leukotrienes — key mediators of allergic and chronic inflammation. AKBA inhibits 5-LOX at 10–100 nM — more effective than some synthetic NSAIDs. Reduces inflammation in acne, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis without systemic side effects.

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Soothing rosacea and sensitive skin

Boswellic acids reduce hyperreactivity of blood vessels in rosacea. They inhibit histamine release — reducing redness and itching. Clinical studies show a reduction in rosacea symptoms with 0.5% AKBA after just 4 weeks. Softer than azelaic acid, suitable for very sensitive skin.

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Anti-aging through MMP inhibition and inflammation

Chronic silent inflammation — "inflammaging" — accelerates skin aging. Boswellic acids lower levels of IL-1β and TNF-α. They inhibit MMP-3 — protecting collagen. The combination of anti-inflammatory + antioxidant action slows down photoaging.

Suitable for

sensitive skinacne-prone skinskin with rosaceamature skin

Main Actions

✓ AKBA inhibition of 5-LOX✓ soothing rosacea✓ anti-aging through anti-inflammaging

Boswellia vs Centella Asiatica

Centella — asiaticoside, restoration and healing (COX pathway). Boswellia — AKBA, leukotriene pathway (5-LOX). Different inflammation mechanisms → powerful synergy in combination. Together they cover both main inflammatory cascades of the skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Boswellia Extract do for skin?

Soothing agents for acne and rosacea. Anti-aging serums. Combines with centella asiatica and niacinamide for a comprehensive anti-inflammatory effect.

Who should use Boswellia Extract?

Boswellia Extract is suitable for: sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, skin with rosacea, mature skin.

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