Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract comes from Baikal skullcap and is used in cosmetic formulas for its flavonoid content. It's chosen to provide antioxidant support and a brighter-looking, more even appearance, along with a calming skin feel.
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Overview
Baikal skullcap extract brightens tone and calms sensitive skin.
Category
Antioxidant, Brightening, Soothing, Hyperpigmentation
Type
Botanical Extract

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Offers antioxidant support against everyday environmental stressors, and contributes to a fresher-looking tone and a calming sensation on delicate-feeling skin.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Found in brightening serums, spot treatments, and daily moisturizers targeting dull, uneven-looking areas.

Comedogenic Rating

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

Safety

Typically well tolerated, though botanicals can sting or sensitize some users; patch test if reactive. No established photosensitivity or common regulatory restrictions are known.

Is Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract a Good Ingredient?

Good, because its flavonoids, including baicalin, show antioxidant and tone-evening support in lab and limited clinical data with generally good tolerability. Evidence for strong brightening is modest, so expectations should stay moderate even though the rating holds at Good.

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