What it is
This ingredient is produced by culturing cells from the leaves of Rhododendron ferrugineum, the alpine rose, a hardy plant native to mountain environments. The plant-cell-culture method yields a consistent extract rich in protective phytochemicals. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant agent.
Safety & warnings
Cell-culture-derived plant extracts are generally well tolerated and offer batch-to-batch consistency. As with other botanicals, sensitivity is possible in predisposed individuals.
Origin & sourcing
Derived through plant cell culture biotechnology from Rhododendron ferrugineum leaf cells, rather than by harvesting wild plants.
Questions everyone asks
What is alpine rose cell culture extract?
It is an extract grown from cultured leaf cells of Rhododendron ferrugineum, the alpine rose, using plant biotechnology.
Why use a cell culture extract instead of a plant extract?
Cell culture allows a consistent, controlled supply of the extract without harvesting wild plants.