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Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Often labeled as: Purslane Extract

The omega-rich, telomerase-activating succulent.

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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 Purslane plant. It is incredibly dense in Omega-3 fatty acids, glutathione, and vitamins. It is famously marketed for its ability to activate telomerase, the "youth enzyme" in cells.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Reduces severe inflammation, heals the skin barrier, and provides extreme anti-aging benefits.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The core ingredient in Dr. Barbara Sturm's luxury skincare line.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is just a common weed.

The Science

While it grows easily, its phytochemical profile is one of the most robust and healing in the botanical world.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Portulaca Oleracea Extract