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Oleanolic Acid

A pentacyclic triterpenoid found in olive oil, cloves, and rosemary with anti-inflammatory, sebum-regulating, and brightening properties.

Anti-InflammatorySebum ControlBrighteningTriterpenoid
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

A triterpenoid from olive and rosemary that reduces sebum production via 5-alpha reductase inhibition, brightens skin, and reduces inflammation.

Regulates sebum production, inhibits melanin synthesis, and provides anti-inflammatory effects — effective for oily, acne-prone, and hyperpigmented skin types.

Key Benefits

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Sebum Regulation
Inhibits 5-alpha reductase in sebaceous glands, reducing androgen-driven sebum overproduction without drying skin.
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Brightening
Inhibits tyrosinase activity, contributing to melanin reduction and evening of skin tone.
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Anti-Inflammatory
Reduces NF-kB-driven inflammatory signaling, calming redness and skin irritation.
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Antioxidant
Scavenges free radicals and has been shown to protect skin cells from oxidative stress.

Suitable for

Oily skinAcne-prone skinHyperpigmentation-prone skinCombination skin

Main Actions

✓ Sebum regulation✓ Brightening✓ Anti-inflammatory✓ Antioxidant
Usage Note

Oleanolic acid is found in olive-derived ingredients and rosemary extract. It pairs well with salicylic acid and niacinamide for oily/acne-prone skin. Its sebum-regulating effect is distinct from niacinamide's mechanism, giving additive benefit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Oleanolic Acid do for skin?
Regulates sebum production, inhibits melanin synthesis, and provides anti-inflammatory effects — effective for oily, acne-prone, and hyperpigmented skin types.
Who should use Oleanolic Acid?
Oleanolic Acid is suitable for: Oily skin, Acne-prone skin, Hyperpigmentation-prone skin, Combination skin.
Are there any warnings about Oleanolic Acid?
Oleanolic acid is found in olive-derived ingredients and rosemary extract. It pairs well with salicylic acid and niacinamide for oily/acne-prone skin. Its sebum-regulating effect is distinct from niacinamide's mechanism, giving additive benefit.

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