Lycopene

The Basics On Lycopene

What is Lycopene?

Carotenoid pigment that has potent antioxidant properties.

What are other names for Lycopene?

(ALL-E)-2,6,10,14,19,23,27,31-OCTAMETHYL-2,6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20,22,24,26,30-DOTRIACONTATRIDECAENE, LYCOPENE, PSI,PSI-CAROTENE, and TRANS-LYCOPENE

What is Lycopene used for?

Lycopene is a dietary antioxidant known to prevent skin photodamage. This study aimed to examine age‚Äêdependent presence of this carotenoid on the surface of the facial skin and in the serum as well as to measure the same parameters during supplementation with lycopene.

How Lycopene is classified

Antioxidants

Recommendations for using Lycopene during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Lycopene During Pregnancy

What we know about using Lycopene while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

Data on the reproductive and developmental toxicity of Rosa canina-derived ingredients were not found in the published literature, and unpublished data were not submitted.

General safety info about Lycopene from CIR

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel reviewed the safety of 12 Rosa canina-derived ingredients, which function as skin conditioning agents, fragrance ingredients, cosmetic astringents, anti-acne agents, abrasives, humectants, and exfoliants in cosmetic products. The Panel reviewed relevant data relating to the safety of these ingredients and concluded that these ingredients are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating and non-sensitizing.

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Products where you might find Lycopene

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