Most antioxidant ingredients share a general approach. Quercetin is more targeted than most. Flavonoid; inhibits lipid peroxidation; anti-histamine; inhibits matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs).
The scientific name is Quercetin. Flavonoid; inhibits lipid peroxidation; anti-histamine; inhibits matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). This mechanism is consistent across properly formulated products, which means the real variable is concentration and delivery system.
Typical working concentration is 0.1–1%. Best suited to all skin types skin. Primary applications: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, photo-protective, brightening.
Works well with: Vitamin C, vitamin E, ferulic acid.
Ubiquitous in plants; well-studied for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.