Esculin
Summary
Works for
- Anti-oxidation
Irritancy risk
2
MediumA coumarin glucoside often extracted from chestnut. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and in theory could help strengthen capillaries, but there is no research to confirm its effectiveness in skin
Products with Esculin
Pier AugeMen After Shave Ultra Matt Balmpanthenolbisabololesculin +2 actives
Moisturizing Anti-oxidation
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GuinotLongue Vie Corps - Body Creamniacinamideglycolic acidadenosine +24 actives
Anti-aging Exfoliation +3
Fragrance
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Crystal ClearBody Firm Complexsalicylic acidcarnitinecentella asiatica extract +6 actives
Anti-aging Anti-oxidation +1
FragranceAlcohol
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Annemarie BorlindNaturoyale Eye and Lip Carepanthenolcaprylic/capric triglyceridecera alba +10 actives
Moisturizing Anti-oxidation
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Scientific sources
Similar ingredients
Ascorbic AcidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of agingCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulationAscorbyl GlucosideA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in productsCentella Asiatica ExtractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though. Camellia Sinensis LeafGreen tea leaf powder that might contain antioxidants to help neutralize free radicals in skinMalpighia Emarginata Seed ExtractCan help neutralize free radicals in skin but is typically not used in a high enough concentrationPalmitoyl Grapevine Shoot ExtractAn extract from grape plant that can contain a potent antioxidant resveratrol. The manufacturer (Caudalie) claims that this particular extract is effective against hyperpigmentation. This effect would be explained by the resveratrol content. However, there is no independent research confirming the manufacturer's claim beside the potential for anti-oxidant activityRetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritatingSilybum Marianum ExtractMight be able to help neutralize free radical, calm down inflammation in skin, and even skin toneEthylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese ChlorideA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applications