Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
What Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is & what it does
Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract is a botanical extract from the balloon vine plant, used as a soothing, skin-conditioning ingredient. It is included to help calm the feeling of redness and irritation and to make a sunscreen gentler on reactive skin. It supports comfort and skin feel rather than contributing any sun protection.
Is Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract safe in skincare?
Origanum Vulgare (oregano) extract is widely used in cosmetics as a botanical additive and is generally well tolerated at the low levels used in formulas. As with many aromatic plant extracts, it can be a potential sensitizer for some people. A patch test is wise if you have sensitive or reactive skin.
What does Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract do in skincare?
This extract is taken from the flowers, leaves, and stems of the oregano plant. In skincare it is used as a botanical additive, often valued for the antioxidant and conditioning properties associated with its naturally occurring aromatic compounds. It contributes plant-based actives rather than a structural role.
Is Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract natural or synthetic?
It is natural in origin, being a botanical extract obtained from the oregano plant. Producing it does involve processing steps such as extraction with a solvent and filtration. The result is a plant-derived ingredient rather than a synthesized one.
Sunscreens with Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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AHC Masters Cream To Sun Sherbet SPF50+ Pa++++
93/100
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Quickfx Sun Block Spf 50 Pa+++
74/100
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Dermathod Derma Saver Sun Protection SPF 50+
72/100
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Seibella Luminous CC Cream SPF 30 Pa ++
70/100
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Enough Collagen Moisture Sun Cream, SPF 50+ Pa+++
52/100
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Enough Collagen 3 In 1 Sun Cream SPF50
52/100