Zea Mays Extract
What Zea Mays Extract is & what it does
Zea Mays Extract is a botanical extract derived from corn (Zea mays). In skincare and sunscreen formulas it is typically used as a plant-derived conditioning and softening ingredient. Corn-derived extracts are valued for their mild, skin-friendly character and their botanical origin.
What does Zea Mays Extract do in skincare?
Zea Mays Extract, derived from corn, is used as a plant-based conditioning and softening ingredient. It is added to give products a mild, botanical character. Its exact role depends on the rest of the formula.
Is Zea Mays Extract natural or synthetic?
It is natural in origin, extracted from corn (Zea mays). The material is processed into a standardized cosmetic extract for use in products.
Is Zea Mays Extract vegan?
As a plant-derived corn extract, it contains no animal material and is generally suitable for vegan formulas. The finished product's vegan status still depends on its other ingredients and the brand's policies.
Sunscreens with Zea Mays Extract
We rate 8 sunscreens that contain it:
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Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily Uv Defense Spf 50 Pa+++
87/100
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Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50 Pa++++
87/100
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Biotherm Supra D-tox SPF 50 Pa+++ Technology 'In & Out'
83/100
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SkinCeuticals Brightening Uv Defense Spf 30
82/100
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Acnes Blemish Calming Sun Cream
81/100
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Oleum Cottage Mineral Gel Sunscreen SPF 45 Pa++++
81/100
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Biotherm Homme UV Defense City Plus Ultra Light Texture 50 SPF/PA+++
77/100
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Health & Beauty Dead Sea Minerals Collagen Firming Face Cream SPF 20
49/100