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Flax

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Plant extracts

Flax description

Plant source of linen and edible seeds. Flax seeds and seed oil have antioxidant properties. The seeds are also a source of essential fatty acid linolenic acid.

Related ingredients: Linoleic Acid Flaxseed Oil Linseed Seed Oil Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil Linum Usitatissimum Extract

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Flax references

  • Biofactors, 2000; volume 13, pages 179-185)

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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.

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