Humulus Lupulus Extract
What Humulus Lupulus Extract is & what it does
Humulus Lupulus Extract is derived from the hop plant, the same flowering plant used in brewing, and contains bitter acids, polyphenols, and aromatic compounds. In skincare it is used mainly as an antioxidant and soothing or conditioning ingredient. Its polyphenol content is the property most commonly highlighted in cosmetic use.
What does Humulus Lupulus Extract do in skincare?
Humulus Lupulus Extract, derived from the hop plant, is used in skincare mainly as an antioxidant and soothing or conditioning ingredient. It contains polyphenols and other plant compounds valued in cosmetic formulas. It is generally included as a botanical active.
Is Humulus Lupulus Extract safe?
Humulus Lupulus Extract is used in cosmetics and is generally regarded as safe at typical use levels. As with most botanical extracts, some people with sensitive skin can react, so a patch test is reasonable. It has a long history of use as a plant ingredient.
Is Humulus Lupulus Extract natural or synthetic?
Humulus Lupulus Extract is natural, obtained from the hop plant. It is a botanical extract rather than a synthetic compound. Its composition can vary depending on the plant material and how it is processed.
Sunscreens with Humulus Lupulus Extract
We rate 13 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Kose Cosmeport Suncut Prodefense Whitening UV Sunscreen Essence SPF 50+ Pa++++
85/100
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Beviro Protector Balm SPF 30 Minty Sage
77/100
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Comfort Zone Sun Soul Face Extra Cream Spf50+
74/100
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Alma Secret Facial Cream & Eye Contour SPF 20 For Men Ideal To Use After Shaving
70/100
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Alma Secret Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream With Grape Pepita, Centella & Resveratrol. SPF 20
70/100
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Kose Suncut UV Protect Spray Sakura SPF 50+ Pa++++
70/100
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Alma Secret Day Cream With Pomegranate SPF 20
69/100
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MooGoo Cover Up Buttercup Spf 15 Natural Moisturiser
69/100
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MooGoo Anti-Ageing Spf 15 Face Cream
69/100
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MooGoo Natural Moisturising Day Cream Spf 15
69/100