Resveratrol is primarily used for antioxidant, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, photoprotection. The mechanism: Polyphenol from grape skin; activates sirtuins (longevity genes); inhibits NF-kB; anti-UV.
The scientific name is Resveratrol. Polyphenol from grape skin; activates sirtuins (longevity genes); inhibits NF-kB; anti-UV. This mechanism is consistent across properly formulated products, which means the real variable is concentration and delivery system.
Typical working concentration is 0.05–1%. Best suited to all skin types skin. Primary applications: antioxidant, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, photoprotection.
Works well with: Vitamin C, E, ferulic acid.
Trans-resveratrol most active form; unstable — needs opaque packaging.