What it is
Allium Tuberosum Seed Extract is obtained from the seeds of Chinese chive, an allium with a long history in traditional East Asian preparations. In cosmetics it is used as a plant-derived conditioning component, often valued for its content of natural antioxidant constituents. It is typically present at low levels and does not act as a UV filter.
Safety & warnings
This seed extract is generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. As an allium-derived ingredient, it could pose a sensitization risk to those with known allium allergies, though seed extracts are typically milder than bulb extracts. It is not oil-based and is not considered comedogenic.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; an extract of the seeds of Allium tuberosum, an allium native to East Asia.
Questions everyone asks
What is Allium tuberosum?
It is Chinese chive, also called garlic chive, an allium native to East Asia; its seeds are used to make this extract.
Does it provide sun protection?
No. It is a skin-conditioning botanical, not a UV filter.