Black Currant Extract

About the Ingredient: Black Currant Extract

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Categories: Plant extract

What Is Black Currant Extract Used For? Black currant extract is rich in fatty acids, which keep the skin hydrated, firm, and younger-looking.

It also contains antioxidants to nourish dry and damaged skin, leaving it soft and replenished.

Black currant extract has anti-inflammatory properties to help with healing and repairing eczema.

It can also be used as an astringent, and for emollient and perfume properties.

What Is the Definition of Black Currant Extract? Black currant extract comes from Ribes Nigrum, a shrub that produces berries.

Although the whole plant may be used, including the fruit, leaves, bark, and roots, the properties of the extract can depend on which part of the plant was used.

What Are the Benefits of Black Currant Extract?

• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-aging
• Soothing

What Is Black Currant Extract Used In? Creams, Moisturizers, Lotions, Oils, Body Washes

What Is the Origin of Black Currant Extract? Black currant grows in central and northern Europe and in northeastern Asia.

People started growing it domestically within the last 400-500 years, but it dates back the 11th century when it was cultivated in Russian monastery gardens.

People began growing it in Europe in the 17th century and it was valued for its medicinal properties.

During World War II, fruits with vitamin C became difficult to obtain in Britain.

The government encouraged the cultivation of black currant since it was suitable for the climate, and the growth of the crop increased significantly.

Today, black currant is used to make jams, jellies, syrups, and juices.

Cautions: While black currant extract is usually good for all skin types, it may aggravate or irritate skin in extreme cases.

Products That Include Black Currant Extract: Alana Mitchell Anti-Aging Peptide Eye Cream