Natural Origin of Perfect-C, SKIN-DEFENSE V, and Wild Yam Extract

Asked by: aaribabar On: July 18, 2018 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

Are the following ingredients natural extracts?

  • Perfect-C
  • SKIN-DEFENSE® V
  • Wild Yam Extract

Answer

Based on the staff's response:

  • Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) is synthesized and not of natural origin.
  • SKIN-DEFENSE® V contains some natural components but is not 100% natural and is a blend of several extracts.
  • Wild Yam Extract (Diosgenin) can be claimed as a natural extract, but the extraction process typically uses non-natural solvents like Glycol or Alcohol.

Therefore, none of the three substances can be considered 100% natural extracts in the strictest sense.