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Antioxidant

Quercetin

Often labeled as: Flavonoid Antioxidant

The master flavonoid that calms allergic reactions.

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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

A potent plant pigment (flavonoid) that acts as a strong antioxidant and a natural antihistamine, reducing allergic redness and swelling.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Neutralizes free radicals, reduces histamine-induced redness, and soothes.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Excellent for reactive skin or seasonal allergy sufferers whose skin gets puffy and red.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is only useful as an oral supplement.

The Science

Topically, it is highly effective at stopping environmental damage right at the skin's surface.