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Pueraria Lobata

Best

Antioxidant

Pueraria Lobata description

_Pueraria lobata_ (commonly known as kudzu) is a plant whose extracts are a beneficial source of isoflavone, genistein, and daidzein (plant estrogens that have been show to improve signs of ageing).

Related ingredients: Kudzu Root

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Pueraria Lobata references

  • Phytochemistry, June 2002, pages 205-211
  • Journal of Alternative Complementary Medicine, 1997, pages 7-12

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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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