Introducing Acmella Oleracea Extract is also known as new natural Botox alternative. Many studies have been done in order to examine the benefits of including this plant in skincare products.  Clinical research pledges perfect skin after using products with Acmella Oleracea Extract only after a few weeks of use.

What is Acmella Oleracea plant extract?

The Acmella extract that is found in skincare products, like our Instant Glow Face Serum, comes from a plant that was initially used to treat pain from toothaches. Acmella Oleracea extract is made out of the leaves and flower buds of the Acmella Oleracea plant.

This extract has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, but more recently it's been studied for its ability to become an alternative treatment to Botox or even plastic surgery.

Acmella Oleracea contains botulinum toxin type and also smooths and reduces fine lines and wrinkles by promoting collagen and elastin production.

Acmella Oleracea Extract is often added to anti aging products as a natural solution to Botox procedures. How does it work?

When skincare products contain Acmella Oleracea, it works similarly to Botox treatment- relaxing the muscles in the face. When the facial muscles are relaxed, the entire face appears smoother and wrinkles aren’t pronounced. The plant contains a property called Spilanthol, which has some paralyzing properties that create the Botox-like effect. You can read more about its impact on the skin here.

Applied topically to any skincare product Acmella Oleracea can support collagen production, which therefore has the effect that the skin looks youthful and bouncy.

Any product that contains Acmella Oleracea extract can tout anti-aging and anti-wrinkle properties, and the product will live up to its expectation delivering beautiful skin promise.

Serums with Acmella extract have the ability to stimulate collagen production and with the addition of hyaluronic acid boost hydration and reduces wrinkles and fine lines, relax facial expressions and slow down the ageing process.

How to use Acmella extract, and how often?

As with any new skincare product, try a patch test first before applying it to your entire face. Apply it or the cream just topically as often as you’d like. It’s recommended not to put it on more than twice.

Acmella skin benefits

Using Acmella extract in your skincare routine can have many benefits for both you and your skin, including:

Relaxes muscles 

The plant is known to relax the muscles by inhibiting contractions in the facial muscles (Demarne & Passaro, 2009). That’s why it’s so commonly referred to as a natural alternative to Botox, and as similar to these cosmetic procedures is known for lessening muscle tension. When our facial muscles relax, our skin appears more youthful and wrinkles aren’t as pronounced. 

The skincare industry adds Acmella Oleracea to a variety of anti aging products such as serums, creams and moisturisers because of the incredible properties of this active ingredient.

Reduces the appearance of wrinkles and is excellent for sensitive skin:

Using a skincare product with Acmella extract can produce more youthful-looking skin and fewer wrinkles in just 2 weeks (clinically tested skincare formula by Savic, et al, 2021). The same study found that it had little to no negative impact on the skin. It found that “skin irritation effects revealed the absence of potential irritancy of investigated serum, suggesting overall satisfying skin tolerability/preliminary safety.” In other words, because there were no complaints or no signs of skin irritation, it was deemed safe for those with sensitive skin. 

Supports cell rejuvenation and regeneration 

This is accomplished through the production of collagen. Collagen helps produce healthy skin, and Acmella extract, specifically the compound Spilanthol, helps increase the production of collagen (according to the clinical study Joseph & George, 2013, 2785). This is what makes it such a perfect ingredient for anti-aging skin care products. It strengthens the collagen network providing anti aging effects.

Acmella Oleracea plant is considered a natural alternative to Botox.

May prevent hyperpigmentation

Acmella Oleracea improve hyperpigmentation which is considered to be another sign of ageing skin, as well as being in the sun for too long, also known as sunspots. Another study from 2016 showed that organic compounds found in Acmella extract are able to possibly reduce, prevent, and slow down the hyperpigmentation process in the skin. 

What are the other best botox alternatives?

Jumping on the botox-free bandwagon doesn't have to be a daunting decision.

Here are some alternatives that can yield similar results:

• Facial Massage - Benefits of facial massages include increased circulation and improved lymphatic drainage, resulting in firmer skin and fewer wrinkles over time.
• Rejuvenating Creams -anti aging creams opt for creams that contain exfoliating properties, like lactic acid and glycolic acid, to slough away dead skin cells and reveal smoother brighter skin.
• Dermabrasion - Benefits of dermabrasion include smoother, less wrinkled skin by using a specialized tool to sand away the outer layer of skin. It is considered an effective anti aging treatment.
• LED Light Therapy – Benefits of LED light therapy include improved collagen production and reduced inflammation resulting in smoother, brighter and improved skin tone.
• Dermal Fillers can be used to add volume and fullness to the skin, reducing or eliminating wrinkles and folds. They can also be used to create fuller lips and cheeks, as well as improve overall facial symmetry. Dermal filler can help reduce scars from acne or other skin conditions, as well as treat wrinkles making them less visible on the skin's surface.
• Lipoic Acid – Benefits of this antioxidant acid include increased cell turnover and collagen formation, resulting in firmer skin these can also help treat acne scars.
• Chemical Peels - Benefits of chemical peels include smoother skin and a brighter complexion and reduction of dark spots, by using a special solution to peel away the outer layer of skin.
• Acupuncture – Benefits of acupuncture include improved circulation and blood flow, toned muscles, and fewer expression lines and wrinkles. Also helps the skin repair itself and produce collagen.
• Retinol - Retinol is an ingredient used in skin care products in treating acne scars and wrinkles. It helps to promote the shedding of dead skin cells and strengthens the collagen in your skin, leading to a more youthful appearance.
• Ultrasound technology -aka Ultherapy is a safe and effective non-invasive procedure for lifting and tightening sagging skin on the face, neck, brows, chin and chest. It utilizes ultrasound energy to stimulating collagen production, resulting in tighter skin without any needles or incisions.
• Peptides - Peptides act as natural messengers that trigger changes within your skin cells. They help reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and sun damage by boosting collagen production, as well as repairing damage caused by free radicals.
• Hyaluronic acid - Hyaluronic acid helps to retain moisture in the skin, resulting in a more youthful, hydrated complexion with fewer wrinkles.
• Antioxidants - Antioxidants help to protect the skin from environmental damage and stressors that can lead to wrinkling or sagging of the skin. Vitamin C is one of the most potent antioxidants for skincare as well as green tea either as an extract in skincare or via oral consumption.

Ultimately, Acmella extract is an excellent botox alternative if you’re looking for a natural product with fewer risks and side effects than botox. It has proven anti-ageing benefits that can be seen in just two weeks! With regular use, it can give you a smoother.

How long does it take to see results from botox alternatives?

Results may take up to 8 weeks. Benefits of Acmella extract can be seen in as quickly as two weeks, with fine lines and wrinkles visibly reduced and skin appearing more youthful. It is important to note, as with any other skincare product, consistency is key. For best results use consistently and regularly for a period of 3–6.

Acmella extract is an incredible natural alternative to botox that can help relax facial muscles, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, prevent hyperpigmentation, support cell rejuvenation and regeneration, and overall provide a more youthful complexion. It takes as little as two weeks to start seeing these impressive anti-aging benefits.

Other natural ways to prevent ageing, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

This includes eating a balanced healthy diet, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep. Maintaining good hydration by drinking plenty of water will also help keep skin looking youthful and refreshed.

Additionally, applying sunscreen daily can protect the skin from damaging UV rays which are known to cause wrinkles initially, using natural products such as Acmella extract can help provide a botox-like effect without the associated risks or side effects.

It is an excellent way to achieve a youthful glow without invasive treatments and can be used along with other anti-ageing skincare routines for maximum benefits. Try Acmella extract today and see just how effective nature’s alternative to botox really is!

Final Thoughts

So, if you’re looking for a skincare product that can help with reducing wrinkles and signs of aging, make sure to scan the ingredient listing for Acmella extract. You won’t regret it! If you want an even faster solution, we suggest our Potion Organic's Instant Glow Serum which is full of skin loving ingredients including Acmella Oleracea extract. It absorbs into the skin easily, delivering a smoother facade and perfect skin after only a few weeks of use. Not only will your skin feel incredible after using it, but others will notice the difference in your appearance almost instantly.

Acmella Oleracea is an active ingredient in the Potion Organic's Instant Glow Serum.

To read more about amazing benefits of Spilanthol check out our blog post on The Powerful Anti-aging Benefits Of Spilantol.

References:Barbosa, A.F., Carvalho, M.G., Smith, R.E., & Sabaa-Srur, A. U.O. (2016). Spilanthol: occurrence, extraction, chemistry, and biological activities. Brazilian Journal of Pharmacognosy, 26, 128-133. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.bjp.2015.07.024

Demarne, J., & Passaro, D. (2009). Use of an Acmella oleracea extract for the botulinum toxin-like effect thereof in an anti-wrinkle cosmetic composition. Google Patents. Retrieved from: https://patents.google.com/patent/US7531193B2/en

Joseph, B., & George, J. (2013). The Role of Acmella Oleracea in Medicine—A review. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 2 (6), 2781-2792. Retrieved from:https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jency_George/publication/312320817_The_Role_of_Acmella_Olerecea_in_Medicine_-A_Review/links/587a5f5308aed3826ae7b7af.pdf

Savic, Sanela M., et al. “‘All-Natural’ Anti-Wrinkle Emulsion Serum with Acmella OleraceaExtract: A Design of Experiments (DoE) Formulation Approach, Rheology and in Vivo SkinPerformance/Efficacy Evaluation.” International Journal of Cosmetic Science, vol. 43, no. 5, Oct. 2021, pp. 530–546, pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34297422/, 10.1111/ics.12726. Accessed 29 Feb. 2022.