Lavender Extract
What Lavender Extract is & what it does
A lavender extract valued for its calming, soothing properties and light antioxidant benefits. It conditions and refreshes skin.
Is Lavender Extract safe in skincare?
Lavender Extract is widely used in cosmetics and is generally considered safe for most people at the low levels found in skincare and sunscreen. Because it is a botanical extract that can contain fragrant compounds, it may cause irritation or sensitivity in people with reactive skin or fragrance allergies. If you have sensitive skin, patch testing a new product is a sensible precaution.
What does Lavender Extract do in skincare?
In skincare and sunscreen formulas Lavender Extract is used mainly as a skin-conditioning and fragrance ingredient, lending a plant-derived scent and a soothing impression. It is often included for its sensory and aromatic qualities rather than as an active treatment. Any benefits claimed are cosmetic and not medical.
Is Lavender Extract natural or synthetic?
Lavender Extract is a natural ingredient obtained from the lavender plant, typically by extracting the flowers or other plant parts. Its exact composition depends on the plant source and extraction method. Some products may standardize or blend it, but the base material is plant-derived.
Sunscreens with Lavender Extract
We rate 24 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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AHC Masters Cream To Sun Sherbet SPF50+ Pa++++
93/100
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Pestlo Safe Recipe Sun Essence SPF 50+ Pa++++(2022 Renewal)
91/100
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Espoir Water Splash Sun Cream SPF50+ PA+++
82/100
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Espoir Water Splash Suncream Spf50+ Pa+++
82/100
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Espoir Water Splash Sun Cream Spf50+ Pa+++
82/100
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Tosowoong Magic Cica Suncream
75/100
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Quickfx Sun Block Spf 50 Pa+++
74/100
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Mizon Snail Repair Intensive BB Cream SPF 50
74/100
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Dermathod Derma Saver Sun Protection SPF 50+
72/100
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CNP Laboratory Mild Calming Sun Lotion SPF 50
71/100