What it is
Vigna radiata is the mung bean, and its seed extract is rich in proteins, amino acids, and phenolic antioxidants. In cosmetics it is used as a soothing, conditioning botanical that supports skin comfort and contributes antioxidant activity to a formula. In sunscreens it acts as a supportive plant ingredient and does not provide UV filtration.
Safety & warnings
Mung bean seed extract is generally well tolerated in topical use. As with other botanical extracts, sensitive individuals may rarely react; it is not a recognized fragrance allergen.
Origin & sourcing
Derived from the seeds of the mung bean plant, Vigna radiata, processed into a water- or solvent-based cosmetic extract.
Questions everyone asks
What is Vigna radiata seed extract?
It is an extract of mung bean seeds used as a soothing, antioxidant-rich conditioning botanical in skincare and sunscreen.
Does mung bean extract act as a sunscreen filter?
No. It is a supportive conditioning botanical, and the product's SPF comes from its dedicated UV filters.