Chrysin

Chrysin is a plant-derived flavonoid found in sources like passionflower and propolis. In cosmetics, it's added for antioxidant activity and a more even-looking tone, but current topical evidence is preliminary and limited.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A plant flavonoid added for antioxidant support and a more even tone.
Category
Antioxidant, Brightening
Type
Antioxidant

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Provides antioxidant support to help defend against pollution stress and may promote a more even-looking complexion; clinical support on skin is still emerging.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in eye creams, serums, and brightening treatments, often paired with complementary actives.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Generally well tolerated at cosmetic levels, though individuals with reactive skin should patch test new products. No widely cited regulatory restrictions for typical cosmetic use.

Is Chrysin a Good Ingredient?

Antioxidant and brightening claims are supported mainly by preliminary or in‑vitro data, with limited strong human studies. Benefits may be subtle and formulation‑dependent. Those gaps in the evidence, plus the added risk, are why it sits at Fair.

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