Stevia Leaves Extract
Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is a plant originating in South America and known for its leaves with naturally sweet taste. For hundreds of years, it has been used in traditional medicine not only as a natural sweetener but also as a medicinal plant. Today stevia is a popular alternative to sugar, since its sweet components, i.e. steviol glycosides, are 300 times sweeter that regular sugar, but without a caloric content.
Stevia extract is used in the cosmetic industry mainly for to its hydrating, antibacterial and antioxidant properties. Its application to skin helps lock moisture, soothes irritation and protects against free radicals contributing to skin aging.
Stevia extract in lip balms has several key benefits.
Natural sweetness
Stevia provides lips with pleasant sweetness without burdening the skin with synthetic sweeteners.
Hydrating effects
It helps maintain lips hydrated by preventing loss of moisture, which is particularly beneficial in cold and dry environment.
Protection of sensitive skin
Due to its antibacterial and soothing properties stevia is suitable for sensitive lips prone to irritation or chapping.