MOLDAVIAN DRAGONHEAD
TYPE OF INGREDIENT
Plant extract
COMMONLY FOUND IN
Serums, creams
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MOLDAVIAN DRAGONHEAD?
Moldavian dragonhead has been tested in animal models exposed to toxic compounds. Moldavian dragonhead extract showed antioxidant activity with free radical scavenging, high ferrous ion chelating activity and repair of DNA damage. These effects are purportedly related to rosmarinic acid, a major polyphenol observed in the extract. Additionally the extract has been observed to improve collagen expression and moisturization to provide an anti-aging effect. Moldavian dragonhead can also work on activation specific longevity pathways (particularly AMPK and FOXO), which have been shown to promote the production of collagen.
WHAT IS MOLDAVIAN DRAGONHEAD?
Moldavian dragonhead (Dracocephalum moldavica) is a plant rich in linolenic acid native to Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat cardiovascular disease, headaches and gastrointestinal distress. This is primarily due to its antioxidant activity from multiple component acids. Its extract may also be used for its antimicrobial activity.
IS MOLDAVIAN DRAGONHEAD SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES AND TONES?
Based on available research, Moldavian dragonhead extract is safe for all skin types and tones. The extract has been used for research in patients with photoaged skin.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Available evidence does not suggest major contraindications for using Moldavian dragonhead. However, because it has pleiotropic effects on other organ systems, it may need to be used with caution during oral supplementation. Individuals with hypersensitivity to the product should avoid using it.
Sources:
Aprotosoaie, A. C., Mihai, C. T., Vochita, G., Rotinberg, P., Trifan, A., Luca, S. V., … & Miron, A. (2016). Antigenotoxic and antioxidant activities of a polyphenolic extract from European Dracocephalum moldavica L. Industrial Crops and Products, 79, 248-257.
Wandrey, F., Pickel, C., Jongsma, E., Ewald, C., & Grothe, T. (2021). Evaluation of the collagen-boosting effects of a Moldavian dragonhead extract. Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health Reports, 2(7).
WÓJTOWICZ A, ONISZCZUK A, ONISZCZUK T, ET AL. APPLICATION OF MOLDAVIAN DRAGONHEAD (DRACOCEPHALUM MOLDAVICA L.) LEAVES ADDITION AS A FUNCTIONAL COMPONENT OF NUTRITIONALLY VALUABLE CORN SNACKS. J FOOD SCI TECHNOL. 2017;54(10):3218-3229.
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