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Antioxidant

Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract

Often labeled as: Grape Seed Extract

The proanthocyanidin-packed free radical killer.

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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 grape seeds. It is famous for its high concentration of Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs), which are 20 times more powerful than Vitamin C at neutralizing free radicals.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Strengthens blood vessels (great for Rosacea), fights aging, and protects collagen.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often combined with Vitamin C for a massive antioxidant synergy.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a heavy oil.

The Science

This is the water-soluble extract, not the lipid-based Grapeseed Oil.