Quercetin
What Quercetin is & what it does
A plant flavonoid antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals and helps calm the look of irritation. It supports skin's defense against environmental stress.
What does Quercetin do in skincare?
Quercetin is a plant-derived flavonoid used in skincare for its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants are included in formulas to help defend the skin against free radicals generated by environmental stress such as UV light and pollution. In sun-care products it is often paired with other antioxidants for this supportive role.
Is Quercetin natural or synthetic?
Quercetin is a naturally occurring flavonoid found in many fruits, vegetables, and plants such as onions and apples. The quercetin used in cosmetics may be extracted from plants or produced synthetically, but the compound is the same. Its origin in a specific product depends on the supplier.
Is Quercetin safe?
Quercetin is a widely studied plant flavonoid used at low levels in cosmetics as an antioxidant, and it is generally considered well tolerated in topical formulas. It occurs naturally in many common foods. As with any ingredient, patch testing is sensible if you have sensitive skin, and you should follow the product's directions.
Sunscreens with Quercetin
We rate 10 sunscreens that contain it:
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EltaMD UV Luminous Broad-spectrum SPF 41
79/100
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EltaMD UV Physical Broad Spectrum SPF 41 Tinted Face Sunscreen
79/100
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EltaMD UV Physical Broad-spectrum SPF 41
79/100
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EltaMD Uv Physical Spf 41 Sunscreen
79/100
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EltaMD Uv Physical Tinted Face Sunscreen Spf 41
78/100
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Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense Spf 30
75/100
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Mad Hippie Luminizing Facial SPF
74/100
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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare All-physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 Pa++++
73/100
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Dr Dennis Gross All Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense SPF
72/100
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Mad Hippie Ultra Sheer Body SPF 40+
69/100