Ingredient
Chasteberry Extract
INCI name: Vitex Agnus Castus Extract
Chaste Tree Extract
Vitex Extract
What it is
A botanical extract derived from the fruit of the chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus), included in some formulas as a plant-derived conditioning and soothing agent; it is more widely known for internal use in traditional herbal preparations.
How it works
It supplies plant phenolics and flavonoids thought to contribute mild antioxidant and calming activity topically, though its cosmetic mechanism is far less studied than its internal herbal use.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Soothing
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.