Botanical Extract

Osmanthus Extract

Osmanthus Extract — extract of the fragrant osmanthus flower, traditionally valued in East Asian cosmetology. It has antioxidant and moisturizing effects that contribute to improving skin elasticity and radiance.

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Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract — a plant extract with flavonoids and polyphenols that have antioxidant activity, as well as natural sugary compounds with hygroscopic (moisturizing) properties. Mechanism: osmanthus antioxidants neutralize free radicals, protecting skin cells from oxidative stress, while natural sugars promote light hydration of the skin surface. In traditional Chinese cosmetology, osmanthus is also associated with supporting skin elasticity and a youthful appearance.

Antioxidant and moisturizing formulas, traditional Asian (C-beauty) cosmetics, aromatherapeutic cosmetic products.

Key Benefits

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Antioxidant protection with flavonoids

Flavonoids and polyphenols in osmanthus extract provide antioxidant activity by neutralizing free radicals and protecting skin cells from oxidative stress caused by UV exposure and environmental pollution.

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Light hydration with natural sugars

Natural sugary compounds of osmanthus have hygroscopic properties that promote light hydration of the skin surface, complementing the antioxidant action of the component.

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Traditional Chinese cosmetology

Osmanthus has a rich history of use in traditional Chinese culture and cosmetology, where it is associated with supporting a youthful appearance and skin elasticity, now combined with scientific understanding of antioxidant mechanisms.

Suitable for

skin needing antioxidant protectionskin needing light hydration

Main Actions

✓ antioxidant action✓ light hydration✓ support for elasticity

Osmanthus Extract: concentration

Osmanthus extract is popular in C-beauty (Chinese) cosmetic tradition due to its distinctive aroma and cultural significance. INCI: Osmanthus Fragrans Flower Extract. Concentration: 0.5-3% in antioxidant and moisturizing formulas.

CategoryBotanical Extracts

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