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AESCULUS HIPPOCASTANUM/PAVIA FLOWER EXTRACT.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

A precision flower extract proven to significantly reduce the appearance of crow's feet and under-eye wrinkles, while offering robust antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

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Science

This extract restores the Dermal-Epidermal Junction by boosting fibroblast vitality and enhancing Collagen IV synthesis. Bioactive flavonoids provide potent antioxidant defense against reactive oxygen species and inhibit glycation for firmer, more resilient skin.


Research

High confidence
Effective range 0.25–2%
Optimal

2%

Key findings

  1. 01 At 2%, clinical studies showed significant reduction in crow's feet and under-eye wrinkle volume, length, and surface area within 28-56 days by stimulating fibroblast dynamism.
  2. 02 A 0.25% concentration demonstrated a 411% increase in Collagen IV protein expression in human dermal fibroblasts, surpassing seed extracts.
  3. 03 In vitro, up to 50 µg/mL of flower extract inhibited lipid peroxidation by 70% and protein nitration by 50%, confirming strong antioxidant activity.

Transparency

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
0.25%
Red flag below
0.1%

Effective at low concentrations (0.25-2%), this ingredient's potent mechanisms make dusting unlikely for achieving noticeable benefits.


The Formula

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4 – 7.5
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable in aqueous systems and emulsions, often supplied in a glycerin/water base. Sensitive to extreme heat and prolonged UV exposure.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Highly alkaline environments (pH > 8.0)

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
2%
Sensitization risk Low

While not specifically reviewed as an aggregate by CIR, clinical evaluations show it is non-irritating, non-sensitizing, and non-mutagenic at up to 2% with a high Margin of Safety.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Valuable

This potent flower extract is valuable for anti-aging formulations, precisely targeting wrinkles, boosting collagen, and providing antioxidant defense for firmer, revitalized skin.


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