Spilanthes Acmella Flower Extract

_Spilanthes acmella_ flower extract comes from a plant also known taxonomically as _Acmella oleracea_ and colloquially called “toothache plant”. It is native to tropical regions and has long been used in traditional medical practices due to its analgesic (pain-relieving) properties. According to its International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) designation, this extract is officially used as a skin conditioning ingredient, meaning it improves skin’s smoothness and moisture. Research, however, finds this is potentially a much more multi-faceted ingredient. Studies find _Spilanthes acmella_ flower extract is rich in antioxidant polyphenols, including gallic acid, which not only fights free radical damage, but also helps improve the look of hyperpigmentation. This extract also has anti-inflammatory properties. Of particular interest, however, is an active compound within the _Spilanthes acmella_ called spinlanthol, which gives the plant its anesthetic properties. Spilanthol, through a series of mechanisms, can block and modulate nerve receptors. There are studies suggesting these properties can temporarily halt facial muscle contractions, resulting in a short-term alleviation of wrinkles, though more research is needed. Usage levels of _Spilanthes acmella_ flower extract range from 0.1%-20%, depending on the formula.

Verwandte Inhaltsstoffe: Skin Conditioning Ingredients Gallic Acid