Medicago sativa extract (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Medicago sativa extract, the extract from the root of the alfalfa (feed lucerne), a plant from the papilionaceous family, is used in cosmetic formulations. The extract has a strengthening effect on skin or hair.

Ingredients
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Carotenoids, triterpene saponins, isoflavonoids, coumestans, triterpenes.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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