Alfalfa Extract
AKA “Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Extract, Lucerne Extract”
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Alfalfa extract
AKA: Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Extract, Lucerne Extract
Extract · Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning | Soothing · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Alfalfa extract is a plant-based antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stressors and supports a healthy, radiant complexion.
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Aerial Parts
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Central Asia, Mediterranean. Derived from the aerial parts of alfalfa (Medicago sativa), a legume native to Central Asia and the Mediterranean region. Extracted through solvent extraction or water infusion of the dried plant material to obtain bioactive compounds.
Plant Source
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Aerial Parts
Function
Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning | Soothing
Traditional Use
Used in traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine as a nutritive tonic herb for over 1,500 years. Applied topically in folk practices to support skin health and used internally for its chlorophyll content, which was believed to purify the body and improve complexion.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Antioxidant
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR