What it is
This ingredient is produced by culturing callus cells of Leontopodium alpinum, the alpine edelweiss plant, in a controlled laboratory setting and extracting the resulting plant material. Edelweiss naturally contains protective phenolic compounds, and the extract is used in skincare for antioxidant and skin-conditioning purposes. In sunscreens it is typically a supporting botanical added at low levels.
Safety & warnings
Edelweiss callus extracts are generally well tolerated in cosmetic use. Individuals prone to botanical sensitivities may wish to patch test.
Origin & sourcing
It is a botanical ingredient derived from edelweiss callus cells grown through plant cell culture rather than from wild-harvested plants, which supports sustainable, consistent sourcing.
Questions everyone asks
What plant does this extract come from?
It comes from edelweiss (Leontopodium alpinum), grown as cultured callus cells rather than harvested from the wild.
Why is edelweiss extract used in skincare?
Edelweiss contains protective phenolic compounds, so the extract is used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.