Geranium Maculatum Extract

Extract of Geranium Maculatum is a botanical extract taken from wild geranium, which is native to North America. This extract is generally common in skin care for its astringent, antioxidant, and soothing properties. Major bioactive compounds contained in the plant are tannins, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds responsible for skin tightening, hence reducing excess oil, especially in products indicated for oily or acne-prone skin.
The tannins in Geranium Maculatum help contribute to its natural astringency, which assists in pore minimization and the refinement of skin texture due to its capability of ridding skin of excess oil. Antioxidant compounds, including flavonoids, provide a defense against oxidative stress from environmental elements that can cause premature aging. Also, in Geranium Maculatum, the phenolic content is mildly anti-inflammatory in action and may help in the calming of irritated skin manifesting itself as redness, hence benefiting sensitive skin types.
Added to this, Geranium Maculatum Extract has some degree of antimicrobial properties, further helping with the care of acne by reduction of bacteria on the skin that cause acne. Generally, it is well-tolerated; however, it is usually used in small amounts in formulations in order to avoid sensitivity, particularly among people with highly reactive skin.