Citrus Unshiu fruit extract for Skin

Citrus unshiu is a popular medicinal herb in many Asian countries, in particular South Korea. It also has several biologically active compounds, including flavonoids.

Let’s look a more into this plant.

• Anti-inflammatory: citrus unshiu fruit extract helps to reduce skin inflammation by inhibiting nitric oxide, an inflammatory substance.

• Anti-allergic effects: one study showed that 50% ethanolic extract from citrus unshiu has anti-allergic actions against the type I, II, and IV reactions.

• Anti-aging: it increases hyaluronic acid and in turn improves skin moisturization. This means that it can be used to reduce symptoms of atopic dermatitis.

• Antioxidant: it contains high amounts of flavonoids that can protect the skin from free radicals.

• Photoprotective effects: a study showed that fermented citrus unshiu peel extract had photoprotective effects against ultraviolet-A-induced photoaging in human dermal fibroblasts.

Citrus unshiu fruit extract should be suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin and skin of colour, but do make sure to conduct a test patch to see if you are allergic to this extract.