Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract

Good

Antioxidant

Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract at a glance

  • From a plant known as muira puama
  • Native to the Amazon rainforest
  • Has antioxidant properties
  • Skin conditioning ingredient

Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract description

_Ptychopetalum olacoides_ bark/stem extract comes from a plant commonly known as muira puama that is native to the Amazon rainforest. While parts of muira puama have been used as part of medicinal practices for centuries (primarily to treat sexual disorders), there is not yet a breadth of independent research on its impact as a topical treatment. Since it is plant-based, it can be presumed to exert antioxidant properties due to its polyphenolic content. The official INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetics Ingredients) function listed for _Ptychopetalum olacoides_ bark/stem extract is skin conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps skin look and feel smoother.

Ptychopetalum Olacoides Bark/Stem Extract references

  • CoSmile Europe, Website, Accessed October 2025
  • CosIng, Website, Accessed October 2025
  • SpecialChem, Website, Accessed October 2025

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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