Rosmarinic Acid

AntioxidantSoothing

INCI: Rosmarinic Acid

In short · TL;DR

Category

Antioxidant

Effect

A polyphenol derived from Lamiaceae plants (rosemary, etc.). Used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning support.

Concentration

Derived from extracts, on the order of trace to a few % in formulations (conditional, purity-dependent).

Effect

A polyphenol derived from Lamiaceae plants (rosemary, etc.). Used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning support.

Mechanism

Its caffeic-acid-derivative structure scavenges radicals and is reported to work toward suppressing lipid peroxidation and the production of inflammatory mediators.

Typical concentration

Derived from extracts, on the order of trace to a few % in formulations (conditional, purity-dependent).

Onset

Around several weeks as a guide (individual variation).

Cautions

A component accompanying plant extracts with a possibility of allergy. Labeling stays within the cosmetic scope.

Evidence & references

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5281792

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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