HORDENINE

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Hordenine is mainly used in cosmetics for its energizing and stimulating properties. It can also have an antioxidant effect, protecting the skin from damage caused by free radicals.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for topical use, although irritation data are limited.

✨ Vegan: Yes, hordenine is considered vegan because it's generally derived from plants.

✨ Worth knowing: Hordenine is often extracted from barley or other plant products. Despite its usefulness, few clinical studies support its efficacy in topical application, so caution is advised.

Found in: This ingredient is mainly found in anti-aging skin care products, energizing serums and lotions to stimulate skin radiance.