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ACANTHOPANAX GRACILISTYLUS BARK/HONEYSUCKLE FLOWER/(ARCTIUM LAPPA/VITEX TRIFOLIA FRUIT)/ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEUS ROOT/RADISH SEED/CINNAMOMUM CASSIA/HORDEUM VULGARE EXTRACT.

Valuable / ANTI-SEBUM, ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN PROTECTING

This sophisticated botanical complex draws from Traditional Chinese Medicine, combining seven distinct plant extracts that work synergistically to address multiple skin concerns. The multi-target formulation delivers comprehensive benefits including sebum regulation, inflammation reduction, and barrier strengthening. Clinical studies demonstrate measurable improvements in skin redness, microcirculation, and moisture retention when used at therapeutic concentrations.

Summary

antioxidant soothing skin conditioning anti-sebum skin protecting

Science

Mechanism of Action

Functions through coordinated botanical activity where cinnamon bark and astragalus root enhance microcirculation and barrier integrity, while honeysuckle flower and burdock provide anti-inflammatory action by suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokines. Acanthopanax bark and barley extract contribute potent antioxidant activity to neutralize reactive oxygen species, complemented by vitex fruit's sebaceous gland modulating properties.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 1–3%
Optimal

2%

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical evaluation at 1.0-3.0% concentration showed significant reduction in skin redness and improved microcirculation with enhanced moisture levels in sensitive skin subjects
  2. 02 2.0% concentration demonstrated measurable sebum regulation and soothing effects on acne-prone, inflamed skin through synergistic botanical action

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Complex botanical extracts like this are typically used at meaningful concentrations due to cost and formulation complexity, making dusting unlikely.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

Requires cooling phase addition below 40°C to preserve phytochemical integrity; typically supplied in water/butylene glycol base for optimal stability

Synergies

  • Other botanical extracts
  • Gentle anti-inflammatory actives
  • Barrier repair ingredients

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Extreme pH formulations that may precipitate botanical solids

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
5%
Sensitization risk Low

Generally well-tolerated in cosmetic applications with blend optimization for low irritancy potential, though cinnamaldehyde content may pose sensitivity risk at very high concentrations

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

A clinically-backed botanical complex that delivers measurable multi-target benefits for various skin types, particularly valuable for sensitive and problem skin formulations.

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