Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract

*Vaccinium myrtillus* fruit extract comes from bilberry (a dark berry similar to blueberries), which is known to be a particularly rich source of antioxidant compounds known as anthocyanins. Anthocyanins boost skin’s defense against environmental stressors (such as damaging UV rays), which can help to mitigate the onset of wrinkles, dark spots, and other signs of ageing.

*Vaccinium myrtillus* fruit extract comes from bilberry (a dark berry similar to blueberries), which is known to be a particularly rich source of antioxidant compounds known as anthocyanins. Anthocyanins boost skin’s defense against environmental stressors (such as damaging UV rays), which can help to mitigate the onset of wrinkles, dark spots, and other signs of ageing. *Vaccinium myrtillus* fruit extract has also been proven to offer calming properties, making it a welcome addition for those struggling with sensitized skin. Suppliers of this ingredient tout its skin-conditioning benefits. As a nice side benefit, research indicates *Vaccinium myrtillus* fruit extract may be able to help strengthen preservative blends, which results in a more stable skin care product. It’s typically blended with glycerin or a glycol, where the usage level of the fruit extract is 0.1%. While the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel has not conducted an official safety report on *Vaccinium myrtillus* fruit extract, they have done so for the seed oil form of this ingredient, which was deemed safe in personal care formulations.