Piper methysticum leaf/root/stem extract is the cosmetic name for a material derived from the leaves, roots, and stems of the Piper methysticum plant, commonly known as kava kava What are the benefits of Piper methysticum leaf/root/​stem extract? Piper methysticum leaf/root/​stem extract is used as a skin-conditioning agent at concentrations from 0.0001% to 0.1%. A study has confirmed the effective and safe short-term use of Piper methysticum leaf/root/​stem extract for nervous anxiety, tension, stress, agitation, and restlessness. It has soothing properties in some ways but can also cause skin sensitivity at the same time. Who can use Piper Methysticum Leaf/​Root/​Stem Extract? Piper Methysticum Leaf/​Root/​Stem Extract is suitable for all skin types including sensitive…

Apocynum Venetum leaf extract, also known as “luobuma”, have long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat depression and hypertension in parts of China. What are the benefits of Apocynum Venetum leaf extract? Antihypertensive: Apocynum Venetum leaf extract has been reported to have a long-lasting relaxant effect and this effect has been proposed to be due to its nitric oxide(NO)-releasing and superoxide anion(SOA)-scavenging properties. Other effects: It has been shown to possess anti-oxidant, antibacterial, and anti-lipid peroxidation effects. Who can use Apocynum Venetum leaf extract? Apocynum Venetum leaf extract is suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin and skin of colour, but do make sure to conduct a…

Anthyllis vulneraria extract, commonly named “Woundwort” is a Mediterranean medicinal plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. Its flowers were used to treat high blood pressure, wounds, heart failure, portal hypertension, inflammation, vomiting, acne, and disturbances of metabolism, and to purify the body by promoting the elimination of toxins. They were also used to heal throat and mouth pain and to enhance hair growth. Moreover, its leaves contain several bioactive substances such as phenolic acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, tannins, and saponins What are the benefits of Anthyllis vulneraria extract? Antioxidant: Anthyllis vulneraria extract displays a really strong antioxidant activity and can scavenge free radicals, therefore, reducing the aging effect. Act as a…

A. elata root extract is often considered an example of a medicinal plant used in Korean, Chinese, and Japanese traditional medicine.  What are the benefits of aralia elata root extract? Aralia Elata root extract could have great importance as a therapeutic agent in preventing or slowing the progress of aging and age-associated, oxidative stress-related degenerative diseases because of its antioxidant activity. It increases physical working capacity and affords a stress-protective effect against a broad spectrum of harmful factors including immobilization, cold stress, UV irradiation, and low air pressure. It gives protection to the cardiovascular and nervous systems. It helps in regulating substance metabolism. It prevents cataractogenesis. Numerous clinical trials have…

Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract is an extract of the fruit of the hibiscus, hibiscus esculentus l., Malvaceae What are the benefits of Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract? Skin whitening effect and anti-aging: Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract has anti-tyrosinase activity and antioxidant properties that can give a whitening effect to the skin and scavenge free radicals, therefore, delaying skin aging. Wound healing: there are studies showing that collagenisation and granulation tissue maturation were found higher in the 5% Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract-treated group and might be suggested as a potent wound healing agent based on its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory tests. Hepatoprotective: there are studies showing the usefulness of Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract in the…

 Chinese chive (Allium Tuberosum) is an alliaceous perennial green vegetable of the Liliaceae family. What are the benefits of Allium Tuberosum seed extract? Antidiabetic and Hepatoprotective: A. tuberosum seed extract considerably reduced the blood glucose level in diabetic rats. There was a substantial amount of downregulation in serum level triglyceride, total cholesterol, and upregulation of high-density lipoprotein. The plant extract significantly reduced serum levels of aspartate amino transferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), and alkaline phosphatase (ALP), which act as liver function enzymes. The extract was also found to mitigate tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin 1b, and interleukin 6 pro-inflammatory markers. Tests for serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase and serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase were performed…

Anthriscus sylvestris, commonly identified as wild chervil or cow’s parsley, is a wild biannual plant, mostly found in temperate regions. Traditionally, Anthriscus sylvestris has been used as an antipyretic, analgesic, diuretic, and as a cough remedy. What are the benefits of Anthriscus sylvestris extract? Antioxidant activity: Anthriscus sylvestris extract has antioxidant activity that can scavenge free radicals and reduce aging. It contains deoxypodophyllotoxin: deoxypodophyllotoxin has antiproliferative, antitumor, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-allergic properties. It can be used as a precursor to synthesize epipodophyllotoxin, the starting material for anticancer drugs such as etoposide and teniposide. Reduces allergic lung inflammation: Anthriscus sylvestris root extract reduces allergic lung inflammation by regulating interferon regulatory factor 4-mediated Th2…

Morus bombycis root extract also called Japanese mulberry has been traditionally used to protect the body and control oxidative stress, diarrhea, sinusitis, throat soreness, hyperglycemia, urinary tract infections, diabetes, fever, asthma, inflammation, constipation, nausea, vaginal discharge or menstrual problems, intestinal worms, kidney disorders, cancer, cataracts, cyto and hepatoprotective, depression, and migraines. What are the benefits of using Morus bombycis root extract for the skin and body? Ability to perform multiple functions: A person with dry eyes who uses their eyes a lot during work can drink mulberry juice to nourish the body fluid and strengthen eyesight. Mulberry contains plentiful nutritious elements such as minerals and vitamins; it can cure chronic…

Aloe perryi, known as Socotrine aloe, is endemic to Socotra Yemen island. What are the benefits of using Aloe perryi extract? Anti-proliferative activity: different extracts of A. perryi displays anti-proliferative activity that can significantly inhibit the growth of various cancer cell lines like Human hepatocellular carcinoma, human colon cancer, human breast cancer, human lung adenocarcinoma, human prostate cancer, human epithelial carcinoma, and human cervical cancer cell lines in a concentration-dependent manner. Hypoglycaemic, insulin-releasing, and hepatoprotective effect: A. perryi also has the ability to reduce fasting blood glucose, increase insulin action, and attenuate abnormal lipid, metabolism in STZ-diabetic rats. Antiulcer activities: A. perryi extract has antiulcer activities that can help in…

Anigozanthos flavidus extract or Kangaroo flower extract is the flower of an endemic Australian plant, it contains rutin and fructose. What are the benefits of using Anigozanthos flavidus extract for the skin? Anti-wrinkle: a study showed that the skins treated with a cream containing the extract of Anigozanthos flavidus showed a decrease in wrinkle depth by 10% which was significant, after 28 days of application, in comparison with the skins treated with cream A (placebo cream). A decrease in 10 wrinkle depth of 5% is visible one hour after the application of the cream. Prevents sagging and lifts the skin: the extract of Anigozanthos flavidus significantly stimulates the contractile forces…