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Antioxidant

Bixa Orellana Seed Extract

Often labeled as: Annatto Extract

The Amazonian seed that regulates sebum.

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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 the Annatto seed. It is incredibly rich in bixin, a potent antioxidant that specifically targets the sebaceous glands to reduce excess oil production.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Controls oily skin, refines pores, and provides antioxidant protection.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A phenomenal botanical ingredient for adult acne.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It dyes the skin orange.

The Science

While raw annatto is used as a food dye, cosmetic extracts are formulated to absorb invisibly.