Science
Mechanism of Action
This extract functions as a skin conditioning agent, helping to maintain healthy skin. It is also listed as a bleaching agent, suggesting a capacity to lighten the shade of skin. Its antioxidant capabilities are attributed to its diverse content of beneficial compounds, including flavonoids, sterols, cardiac glycosides, and unsaturated fatty acids, which help protect the skin from oxidative damage.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidenceN/A
Key findings
- 01 Isolated compounds (flavonoids, sinapic acid groups, lignan) from Lepidium apetalum seed extract exhibited significant inhibitory effects on triglyceride (TG) overloading in HepG2 cells. Dose-dependent effects were observed at 0.3, 3, and 30 µmol/L for some compounds.
- 02 Lepidium apetalum seed extracts demonstrated significant antioxidant activity.
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Safety
Safety Profile
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not conducted a safety assessment for this ingredient. It is listed in the CosIng database with functions as 'BLEACHING' and 'SKIN CONDITIONING'. Dermal toxicity has not been determined, and no specific SCCS or FDA status is available.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
While Lepidium Apetalum Seed Extract exhibits promising in-vitro antioxidant properties and potential brightening effects, a lack of comprehensive human clinical efficacy and safety data limits a definitive assessment of its performance and suitability for precision skincare formulations.
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