What it is
Crataegus Monogyna Extract is derived from the common hawthorn shrub, whose flowers, leaves, and fruits are rich in flavonoids and other polyphenols. In cosmetics it is used at low levels as a conditioning botanical with antioxidant character. It typically appears as a supporting ingredient in day creams and protective formulas.
Safety & warnings
Hawthorn extract is generally well tolerated in topical use, with rare potential for sensitivity as with any plant extract. It has no notable comedogenicity concerns at typical use levels.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived, extracted from the flowers, leaves, or fruit of the hawthorn shrub Crataegus monogyna.
Questions everyone asks
What plant does this extract come from?
It comes from common hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna), using its flowers, leaves, or fruit.
What does hawthorn extract do in a formula?
It serves as a conditioning, antioxidant-supporting botanical, not as a UV filter.