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Antioxidant

Withania Somnifera Root Extract

Often labeled as: Ashwagandha Extract

The ultimate stress-blocking adaptogen.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from Ashwagandha root. It is a powerful adaptogen that specifically lowers cortisol levels in the skin, preventing stress-induced collagen breakdown and cellular exhaustion.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Protects against environmental stress, soothes reactive skin, and prevents premature aging.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The perfect active for skin that breaks out during periods of high anxiety.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It puts you to sleep.

The Science

It regulates the stress response biologically; it has no systemic sedative effects topically.