Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
INCI: DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA ROOT EXTRACT
Type: Botanical extract, antioxidant, skin conditioning
Origin: Extract derived from the root of the cultivated carrot plant, typically using solvents like water or oil to capture its active compounds.
What it does
Carrot Root Extract is a nutrient-rich botanical known for its high concentration of carotenoids, primarily beta-carotene (a precursor to Vitamin A).
- Antioxidant protection: Carotenoids help neutralise free radicals generated by UV exposure and pollution, providing a layer of environmental defence for the skin.
- Skin conditioning and soothing: Provides emollient and soothing properties, helping to calm the skin and support its overall health and appearance.
- Natural colourant: Imparts a gentle, warm yellow-orange hue to formulations, derived from its natural pigments.
Why we use it
We include it as a multi-functional active. In our oil-to-milk cleanser , it serves a dual purpose: it contributes antioxidant protection during the cleansing process and provides the product's subtle, natural color without using synthetic dyes. It exemplifies our approach of selecting ingredients that offer both efficacy and sensorial integrity.