ESCULIN

INCI: Esculin

What is Esculin?

Esculin, also known as Aesculin, is a coumarin glycoside or bioflavonoid. It is commonly found in California buckeye, daphnin, and horse chestnut. 

Use & Benefits: 

It is commonly used as a skin protectant. It has a UVB absorbing capacity. Therefore it is used in skin tanning preparation.
Its primary source is hose chestnut so for more info, please see: Aesculus hippocastanum extract