BARLEY EXTRACT
INCI: Hordeum distichon malt extract
What is Hordeum distichon malt extract or Barley extract?
As the name suggests, barley extract is made up from barley plant. It is a good source of gluten.
Use & Benefits:
It is believed to have great antioxidant properties because of phenol constituent it has. It reverses the skin that is damaged by environmental oxidative stress. It has moisture retaining and absorbing properties, makes it a good emollient. It is believed to cure dry skin and related problems, by replenishing moisture, after each application
References
https://books.google.co.in/books?id=AePNAgAAQBAJ&pg=PA113&dq=azulene+for+skin&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjR3_yPtP_fAhUDfX0KHSvVCAwQuwUIKjAA#v=onepage&q=azulene%20for%20skin&f=false
