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Impatiens Balsamina Flower Extract

What Impatiens Balsamina Flower Extract is & what it does

Impatiens Balsamina Flower Extract is a botanical extract from the flowers of garden balsam (Impatiens balsamina). In cosmetics it is commonly used as a skin-conditioning and soothing agent, contributing plant flavonoids and other phytochemicals that can support a calmer skin feel. It is typically used at low levels in serums, masks, and moisturizers. As an obscure botanical it is generally well tolerated, and patch testing is sensible for those prone to plant sensitivities.

What is Impatiens Balsamina Flower Extract?

It is a botanical extract from the flowers of garden balsam (Impatiens balsamina). It is commonly used as a skin-conditioning and soothing ingredient.

What does Impatiens Balsamina Flower Extract do in skincare?

It contributes plant flavonoids and other phytochemicals that can support a calmer, conditioned skin feel, and it is typically used at low levels in serums, masks, and moisturizers.

Is Impatiens Balsamina Flower Extract safe?

It is generally well tolerated with no specific concerns flagged. As with most botanicals, a patch test is sensible for those prone to plant sensitivities.

Sunscreens with Impatiens Balsamina Flower Extract

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