Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract

A botanical extract from Pisum sativum (pea), containing peptides, sugars, and polyphenols. Skincare includes it to condition the surface and promote a more even-looking tone and brightness, though evidence varies by preparation.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Pea extract that smooths skin and helps even out tone.
Category
Antioxidant, Brightening, Skin Conditioning
Type
Botanical Extract

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Helps skin feel smoother and look more uniform, while providing antioxidant support against environmental stress. Effectiveness can vary depending on the specific extract used.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Included in serums, moisturizers, brightening essences, and eye creams for tone and texture care.

Comedogenic Rating

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

Safety

Usually well tolerated, but those sensitive to legumes or plant extracts should patch test. Irritation is uncommon yet can occur with concentrated formulas or compromised skin barriers.

Is Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract a Good Ingredient?

It's rated Fair: it provides antioxidant and conditioning effects, yet brightening and tone-evening outcomes vary widely by extract composition and the supporting data stay modest, and botanical allergies are possible.

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