Blackberry
Plantenextracten
Blackberry at a glance
- Group of blackberry-derived plant extracts
- Provides antioxidant benefits to skin
- Blackberry extracts can be fruit, seed, leaf or root derived
- Notable blackberry species include Rubus fruticosus and Rubus villoscus
Blackberry description
Blackberry is commonly used in skin care for their antioxidant-rich extracts. There are many species of blackberry utilized for cosmetic use, including _Rubus fruticosus_ and _Rubus villoscus_. Their specific benefits for skin depend on species, however, most blackberry extracts work to help defend skin against pro-aging and damaging external aggressors, like UV rays and pollution. Blackberry extracts can be taken from the fruits, seeds, leaves and roots of these plants. They’re used in various amounts in cosmetics, either on their own in amounts from 0.01%–1% or as parts of multi-berry blends whose recommended use levels vary.