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Common Name(s): Fagus sylvatica bud extract,european beech bud extract,beech tree bud extract

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Helps skin look younger and more vital by supporting natural renewal processes.

Why It's Used: The embryonic cells of beech buds (fagus sylvatica) contain concentrated phytohormones and growth factors; these bioactive compounds are linked to epigenetic regulation of skin aging.

How It Works: Beech bud extracts contain polyamines, cytokinins, and polyphenols from the embryonic plant cells; these phytochemicals are proposed to influence epigenetic (dna methylation) regulation of skin aging genes and support skin cell renewal.

Typically Found In: Anti-aging serums,skin renewal products,premium skin care,longevity formulas

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Active ingredient – anti-aging

Secondary Functions: Antioxidant,skin conditioning,cell renewal support

Application Areas:

Facial Skincare

Body Care

Hair Care

Beard Care

Color Cosmetics (Makeup)

Dietary/Oral Supplements

Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required

Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required

Source Notes: Plant extract from fagus sylvatica (european beech) buds; natural plant origin. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 – low

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated; natural plant extract.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Antioxidants,peptides,retinoids,other anti-aging actives

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Fagus sylvatica bud extracts are featured in the epigenetic skin care category; the meristematic (actively dividing) cells of plant buds contain high concentrations of phytohormones and cell-cycle regulatory compounds; proposed anti-aging mechanism involves epigenetic gene regulation.

Last Verified: 2026-03-27

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary,codif/silab technical data (french marine/plant biotech)