Lotus Leaf Extract
Odor: characteristic Use: Lotus leaf(Nelumbo nucifera) is a flowering aquatic perennial that grows widely throughout tropical regions of Asia and the Middle East. The pale green leaves are flat and broad, reaching up to 18 inches in diameter. It known by other names including the sacred lotus, Indian lotus, Chinese arrowroot, and Egyptian bean. The substances in lotus leaf Extract include alkaloids, flavonoids and tannins. The isoquinoline alkaloids in lotus leaves have sedative and antispasmodic properties, which may aid in digestion. Both flavonoids and tannins are powerful antioxidants that have been connected with weight loss and cardiovascular health. |