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Kava-Kava Extract

Worst

Plant extracts

No known benefits

Kava-Kava Extract description

Kava-kava extract is derived from the _Piper methysticum_ plant. It has soothing properties in some ways, yet can also cause skin sensitivity at the same time. Kawa extract is another name for this ingredient.

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Kava-Kava Extract references

  • Alternative Medicine Review, December 1998, pages 458-460
  • Clinical Experimental Pharmacology and Physiology, July 1990, pages 495-507

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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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