Commonly known as: Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Leaf Extract (I.N.C.I.), Wild Strawberry, Woodland Strawberry, Indigenous Strawberry.
Botanical name: Fragaria vesca.
Extraction process: Solid/liquid extraction of crushed strawberry leaves in a hydro-ethanolic mixture. The filtrate is then dried by atomisation.
Family: Rosacea.
Extracted part of the plant: Leaves.
Cultivation area, origin: Originally from Asia (China and Turkey) and North America. Today, it can also be found in Europe, particularly in France.
Blooming: From May to July.
Origin, provenance: Eastern Europe.
Phytochemical composition: Flavonoids (quercetin), tannins, polyphenols.
Sensory properties: Appearance: Fine powder; Colour: Brown; Odour: Mild.
Physical properties: Recommended percentage: 0.5%; Soluble in aqueous phase.
Concerns: Antioxidant, astringent, toning, unifying, brightening/depigmenting.
Effect: All skin types, particularly dull skin, mature skin, oily skin (with enlarged pores), and skin with more pigmented areas (pigmentation spots); All hair types, especially dry, damaged, and dull hair.
Facial Care (moisturising creams, eye contour masks, serums, facial gels, lotions); Hair Care (shampoos, hair masks).
Store at room temperature, protected from light, heat and humidity.
The extract of strawberry leaves is a non-irritating ingredient, whether at the skin or ocular level.