Silybum marianum fruit extract (SMFE) is a natural product derived from the fruit of the milk thistle plant. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and UV-protective properties. It is beneficial for acne-prone skin, reducing acne lesions, microcomedones, and improving overall acne severity. It is also useful as a complementary treatment for rosacea and as an addition to sunscreen products. Additionally, silymarin has been shown to have hyperpigmentation-fighting benefits.
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Acne-prone skin, Rosacea-prone skin, Hyperpigmentation-prone skin
One withdrawal due to product intolerance (dryness, itching) over the 12-month study period.
Silymarin is unstable and can degrade easily. Store products containing silymarin in a cool, dark place and avoid drastic temperature changes.
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Silybum marianum extract is also known as Lady's Thistle Extract. It is derived from a plant with purple flowers and contains a phytochemical called silymarin. Silymarin has been shown to have various health benefits when taken orally, including liver protection, antioxidant, anticarcinogenic, protective, and regenerative properties. In skincare, silybum marianum extract is a potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory agent, and UV protectant. It has also been shown to inhibit tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin production, thereby reducing hyperpigmentation and brightening the skin.
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