Snapshot
- Overview
- Balloon vine extract that eases redness on reactive skin.
- Category
- Soothing, Sensitive Skin, Skin Conditioning, Barrier Support
- Type
- Botanical Extract
Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
An extract from the flowers, leaves, and vine of Cardiospermum halicacabum, known as balloon vine. Used in sensitive-skin and barrier-care formulas to provide a lightweight soothing feel and reduce a tight, dry sensation.
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Our take
Is Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract a Good Ingredient?
It's traditionally positioned for soothing, but clinical data are limited and outcomes depend on extract quality and dose, which is why it's rated Fair. As a botanical, it also carries a sensitization or allergy risk for reactive skin.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Supports skin comfort by easing the look of redness and reactivity; evidence is limited, so effects vary with concentration and formula.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Often included in moisturizers, serums, and soothing balms for reactive or easily stressed skin, and also used in barrier creams designed for comfort after exfoliation or environmental exposure.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally tolerated in leave-on products, but plant extracts may trigger irritation or allergy in sensitive users; patch test if unsure. No widely recognized regulatory restrictions for cosmetic use.
Products with Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
