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Antioxidant

Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract

Often labeled as: Ginkgo Extract

The ancient leaf that boosts microcirculation.

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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

Extracted from one of the oldest living tree species. It is packed with quercetin and other flavonoids that stimulate blood flow to the skin.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Revitalizes tired skin, provides intense antioxidant defense, and soothes.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often used in eye creams to help minimize dark circles caused by poor circulation.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It acts as a physical UV filter.

The Science

It defends against the *damage* of UV rays internally, but does not physically block them from hitting the skin.