An extract of the leaves and stems of Lespedeza capitata, used as a skin-conditioning and skin-protecting ingredient.
What it is
Lespedeza capitata leaf/stem extract is an extract of the leaves and stems of the round-headed bush clover, Lespedeza capitata, a North American plant of the legume family (Leguminosae). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning and skin-protecting ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, serums and other skin care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or solvent.
Functions
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
- Skin protecting
- Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.