Chaste Tree
INCI Name: Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Extract
Vitex agnus-castus (chaste tree) fruit extract has been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries to support women's hormonal balance, particularly in the management of premenstrual symptoms (PMS) and menstrual discomfort.
Its main bioactive constituents include iridoid glycosides (especially agnuside and aucubin), flavonoids, and diterpenes.
These compounds are believed to exert a dopaminergic effect, helping to regulate prolactin levels and thereby indirectly supporting the natural balance of female hormones.
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Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and pore-cleansing ingredient, rich in polyphenols and gallic acid.
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It is a natural and sustainable excipient that enhances formula absorption and reduces skin oiliness.
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It is obtained by cold pressing the fruit of the olive tree. A highly valuable oil.
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Alpha hydroxy acids are popular ingredients for their skin-renewing and exfoliating properties.
