Medicago sativa oil unsaponifiables (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Medicago sativa oil unsaponifiables refers to the residue left over from the saponification of the fatty acids obtained from the herb and seeds of lucerne (fodder lucerne), which is considered "unsaponifiable". The oily residue from lucerne, a plant of the papilionaceous family, is used in cosmetic formulations. The extract has a skin caring effect.

IngredientsThis section has been translated automatically.

Carotenoids, triterpene saponins, isoflavonoids, coumestans, triterpenes.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer