INCI name

RESVERATROL

Resveratrol

A polyphenol used as an antioxidant.

What it is

Resveratrol is a polyphenol of the stilbene group that occurs in plants such as grapes. The INCI name does not reveal whether it was extracted from plants or produced synthetically or by fermentation. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant and skin protecting agent.

Where it is used

Found in serums, face creams and eye creams.

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.

Its presence on the label does not show the amount used or what effect the product has.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
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.

Products with this ingredient (97)

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