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Sambucus Nigra

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Antioxidant

Sambucus Nigra description

Also known as black elderberry or Sambucus nigra, this plant has potent antioxidant properties due to the flavonoid compounds naturally present. Elderberry has skin-soothing effects.

Related ingredients: Black Elderberry Sambucus Cerulea Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract

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Sambucus Nigra references

  • Molecules, October 2018, ePublication
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, March 2017, ePublication
  • Food Chemistry, February 2016, pages 142-148
  • Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, September 2010, issue 18, pages 10,143-10,146
  • Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, December 2004, issue 26, pages 7,846-7,856

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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