Plant Extracts

Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract

Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 14 Aug 2026

Also known as: Bilberry

Natural extract that comes from the bilberry plant

Best For Skin Types

Sensitive, All

Addresses

Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Loss of Firmness, Redness

What Is Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract?

Vaccinium myrtillus leaf extract comes from the bilberry plant (a dark berry similar to blueberries), which is known to be a particularly rich source of antioxidant compounds, including anthocyanins and resveratrol.

Clinical Evidence & References

References:

  • Antioxidants, March 2021, pages 1-17 View Study
  • International Journal of Food Sciences, August 2014, pages 594-601 View Study
  • Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology, March 2014, pages 27-35 View Study
  • Pharmacognosy Research, July-September 2011, pages 173-177 View Study
  • Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects 2nd edition, 2011, chapter four View Study
  • Biofactors, January 2008, pages 249-266 View Study

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Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract is a variant of Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract, the form you will most often see on an ingredients list.

A plant extract with astringent and antioxidant properties from bilberry fruit and leaves

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