What it is
Ribes Nigrum Bud Extract is derived from the leaf buds of the blackcurrant shrub, which contain polyphenols and other plant compounds. In sunscreen and daytime formulas it functions chiefly as a botanical antioxidant and conditioning agent. It is generally used at low concentrations as a supporting ingredient.
Safety & warnings
Blackcurrant bud preparations can be aromatic and may contribute trace naturally occurring fragrance constituents, so highly fragrance-sensitive users may wish to take note. At cosmetic levels the extract is generally well tolerated, with the usual small potential for botanical sensitization.
Origin & sourcing
Naturally derived from the buds of Ribes nigrum, typically prepared as a hydroalcoholic or glycerin-based extract.
Questions everyone asks
What does blackcurrant bud extract do?
It is used mainly as a botanical antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent within the formula.
Does it provide sun protection?
No. It is not a UV filter and does not contribute to the SPF of the product.