Lonicera Japonica (Honeysu-Ckle) Flower Extract
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract is derived from the flowers of the Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica, Caprifoliaceae), a plant with roots in traditional Chinese medicine. Modern research has identified more than 140 compounds in the plant, with chlorogenic acid — a polyphenol — considered the main bioactive component. In cosmetics, it functions primarily as a soothing/anti-inflammatory ingredient and, when combined with its Italian Honeysuckle cousin (Lonicera Caprifolium), as a broad-spectrum natural preservative blend. Its official CosIng function is listed as skin conditioning.
The extract offers anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, likely attributable to chlorogenic acid. It also demonstrates antimicrobial and antibacterial activity, making it useful as a natural preservative component. Additional activities identified in research include antiviral, antioxidative, and hepatoprotective effects.
