Xanthohumol
What Xanthohumol is & what it does
Xanthohumol is a prenylated flavonoid naturally found in hops (Humulus lupulus). In cosmetics it is commonly used as an antioxidant, helping defend formulas and skin against oxidative stress from free radicals. It appears at low levels in antioxidant-focused serums and creams. It is not a UV filter and no specific concerns are flagged for it here.
What is Xanthohumol?
Xanthohumol is a flavonoid naturally found in hops. In cosmetics it is commonly used as an antioxidant.
What does Xanthohumol do in skincare?
As an antioxidant it helps defend the formula and skin against oxidative stress from free radicals, and it is used at low levels in antioxidant-focused serums and creams. It is not a UV filter.
Is Xanthohumol safe?
It is generally considered well tolerated at the small amounts used in cosmetics, and no specific concerns are flagged for it here.
Sunscreens with Xanthohumol
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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Bielenda Professional Hydro-rewitalizujący Krem Ochronny Do Twarzy Z Tetra-vit C SPF 50
89/100
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Bielenda Professional Supremelab Skin Tone Anti-Spot Face Cream SPF 50
88/100