Caffeic Acid

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INCI: Caffeic Acid

In short · TL;DR

Category

Antioxidant

Effect

A hydroxycinnamic-acid polyphenol widely present in many plants. Used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning support

Concentration

Trace to several % as an extract or pure substance (conditional, purity-dependent)

Effect

A hydroxycinnamic-acid polyphenol widely present in many plants. Used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning support

Mechanism

Its catechol structure scavenges radicals and suppresses lipid peroxidation. Also reported to be a building block of ferulic acid and chlorogenic acid

Typical concentration

Trace to several % as an extract or pure substance (conditional, purity-dependent)

Onset

Around several weeks as a guide (individual variation)

Cautions

May develop color with oxidation. Rarely sensitizing

Evidence & references

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/689043

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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