Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract
Rich in antioxidant compounds known as anthocyanins Source of saccharides that hydrate skin
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What Is Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract?
Strawberry’s red color comes from its high amount of antioxidant compounds known as anthocyanins. It’s also a natural source of saccharides which help hydrate skin.
Research has shown strawberry is a very good source of vitamin C. The combination of that plus the numerous other antioxidants is what allows strawberry to help skin to better withstand environmental damage; in fact, strawberry can helps shield supportive elements in skin from harm, allowing them to stay flexible and resilient longer. What’s more, it does so quickly, providing this benefit within 30 minutes of application.
Ellagic acid is among the primary antioxidants in strawberry, and has a documented soothing effect on skin’s surface, plus contributes to strawberry being a prebiotic. This same compound is also found in pomegranate.
Research has shown ellagic acid can interrupt the pathway that leads to visible skin color changes, including dark spots. In that sense, it’s a great ingredient to pair with skin tone-improvers like vitamin C, niacinamide, and arbutin.
When eaten or taken as a supplement, this popular fruit has research supporting numerous health benefits related to total body wellness and the role its various antioxidants play in helping the body maintain its health.
Benefits for Your Skin
Clinical Evidence & References
- Food Quantity and Safety, December 2017, pages 227-252
- Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2016, pages 4,435-4,449
- Food & Function, May 2015, pages 1,386-1,398
- Frontiers in Plant Science, November 2014, ePublication
- Food & Function, August 2014, pages 1,939-1,948
- Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, March 2012, pages 2,322-2,327
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