Luffa Cylindrica Seed Oil

[loo-fah, sə-ˈlin-dri-ka, səd-oil]

Categories: Plant Extracts, Antioxidants

Luffa Cylindrica Seed Oil Skin Benefits:
Antioxidant

Luffa cylindrica seed oil is extracted from the vines of a tropical plant that belongs to the cucumber family. When topically applied, luffa cylindrical seed extract may provide antioxidant properties due to its high concentration of flavonoids. Antioxidant protection helps the skin to neutralize free radicals present in the environment, and contribute to the overall enhancement of skin appearance. 1

  1. Du, Q. et al. Antioxidant Constituents in the Fruits of Luffa Cylindrica (L.) Roem. J. Agric. Food Chem. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 54.12, 4186-190 (2006)