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Sorghum Bicolor Leaf/Stem Extract

Sorghum bicolor leaf/stem extract is a botanical extract from the leaves and stems of the sorghum plant, used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant ingredient.

What it is

This extract is prepared from the leaves and stems of Sorghum bicolor, a widely cultivated cereal grass whose tissues contain polyphenols and other plant compounds. In skincare it is used for antioxidant and conditioning effects that help skin feel soft and comfortable. It is typically incorporated as a supportive botanical at modest levels.

Safety & warnings

Botanical extracts of this type are generally well tolerated, although plant materials can occasionally cause sensitivity in predisposed individuals. It is not a recognized comedogenic oil. A patch test is sensible for reactive skin.

Origin & sourcing

A natural plant extract obtained from the leaves and stems of the sorghum plant (Sorghum bicolor).

Questions everyone asks

What plant does it come from?

It is derived from the leaves and stems of Sorghum bicolor, a common cereal grass.

Does it provide sun protection?

No. It is an antioxidant and conditioning botanical rather than a UV filter.

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