Quercus Robur (Oak) Root Extract
Also known as: Quercus, Quercus robur
Plant-derived ingredient taken from the English oak tree | Can help protect skin from external aggressors
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What Is Quercus Robur (Oak) Root Extract?
Quercus robur (oak) root extract is a plant-derived skin care ingredient taken from English oak trees used for its antioxidant and astringent properties. This oak tree’s root extract contains flavonoids and phenolic compounds, both of which have antioxidant benefits, helping protect skin from pro-aging environmental aggressors, like pollution, that cause damage. However, this extract also contains tannins, a group of powerful antioxidants that also denature the proteins on skin’s surface, which can lead to a compromised skin barrier. Please note, this extract differs from the more researched Quercus robur (oak) bark extract as it’s derived from different parts of the same tree. This ingredient isn’t usually used alone, but within ingredient blends.
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Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Phytochemistry Reviews, July 2020, pages 1,379-1,426 [https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11101-020-09707-3]
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Records of Natural Products, January 2017, pages 205-210 [https://www.acgpubs.org/article/records-of-natural-products/records-of-natural-products-11-2-205-210]
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