Horse Chestnut Extract
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Horse Chestnut Seed Extract, Escin
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Horse chestnut extract, derived from Aesculus hippocastanum seeds, is standardized for aescin, a triterpene saponin known for improving microcirculation.
Horse Chestnut Extract
Used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations for venotonic and anti-edematous effects, particularly in leg creams and vascular supplements.
Generally safe in topical and oral formulations; avoid raw seed ingestion due to esculin content. Handle powders with dust protection.
Supplied in 10–25 kg fiber drums. Store sealed, cool, and away from humidity and light.
