Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract
What Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract is & what it does
Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract comes from the root of Japanese knotweed and is a noted natural source of resveratrol and related polyphenols. In skincare it is commonly used as an antioxidant and soothing botanical, where these polyphenols can help defend the skin against free-radical and environmental stress. It is popular in brightening and anti-aging formulas. It is not a UV filter and has no flagged concerns here.
What is Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract?
It is an extract from the root of Japanese knotweed and is a well-known natural source of resveratrol and related polyphenols.
What does Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract do in skincare?
It is commonly used as an antioxidant and soothing botanical, where its polyphenols can help defend the skin against free-radical and environmental stress. It is popular in brightening and anti-aging formulas.
Is Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract safe?
It is generally considered a low-concern botanical antioxidant, with no specific risks flagged in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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PRETTYSKIN The Pure Jeju Cica 365 Mild Sun Cream [SPF50+/pa++++]
74/100
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PRETTYSKIN Gangnam Miin Watery Mild Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++
74/100
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PRETTYSKIN Daily Aqua Sun Cream
73/100