Teff seed extract from Ethiopia naturally conditions and softens skin, helping it feel smooth and nourished.
CAS #
Unknown (CAS numbers are typically assigned to single chemicals, not complex extracts)
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Potentially Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Draws moisture to skin
Improves skin feel
Traditional Use
Teff is an ancient grain cultivated in Ethiopia for thousands of years, traditionally valued for its nutritional properties. Modern hydrolyzed extracts are a contemporary development designed to concentrate the grain's amino acids and proteins for skincare conditioning.