Origin: Fruit
Odour: Citrus
INCI name: Acronychia acidula
Found in: Botany Native Flora Face Cleanser

Lemon Aspen hails from the rainforests of Queensland and features a vibrant green hue and zesty citrus scent. Its fruit holds a significant place in Indigenous Australian traditions, cherished for both culinary and medicinal purposes. Rich in vitamin E and natural fruit acids, Lemon Aspen Fruit excels in skincare by improving skin elasticity and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Its antioxidants protect the skin from environmental aggressors, promoting a youthful complexion. Additionally, its natural astringent properties help refine pores, balance oil levels, and reduce inflammation, helping to combat acne. Incorporating Lemon Aspen into skincare routines honours Australia’s rich botanical heritage, ensuring a rejuvenated complexion with a refreshing citrus twist.

Key actives and benefits of Lemon Aspen include:

• VITAMIN E – Protects the skin from free radical damage, moisturises and nourishes the skin, and supports skin repair and regeneration¹
• FERULIC ACID – A potent antioxidant that reduces inflammation and signs of aging as well as enhancing the stability and efficacy of other antioxidants²
• QUERCETIN – Diminishes redness, itching, and inflammation in damaged skin, while boosting hydration and minimising moisture loss³
• RUTIN – A flavonoid that increases skin elasticity and reduces wrinkles⁴
• CHLOROGENIC ACID – Mitigates damage from environmental factors, soothes inflammation and displays antioxidant, antimicrobial (including acne-causing bacteria) and anti-inflammatory properties⁵
• CAFFEIC ACID – A powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial that increases collagen production and reduces the signs of premature aging⁶

By incorporating Lemon Aspen into your skincare routine, you embrace the benefits of this remarkable fruit, ensuring your skin remains healthy, youthful, and radiant. Check out our full range of Botany Native flora and discover their remarkable benefits here.

References:

¹ The role of vitamin E in normal and damaged skin

² Ferulic Acid: The Antioxidant-Boosting Skin Care Ingredient

³ Soothing and anti-itch effect of quercetin phytosome in human subjects: a single-blind study

⁴ Biological effects of rutin on skin aging

⁵ Chlorogenic Acids and Caffeine from Coffee By-Products: A Review on Skincare Applications

⁶ Caffeic acid skin absorption: Delivery of microparticles to hair follicles

It’s important to note that everyone’s skin is different and for any serious skin concerns a dermatologist should be consulted.