The Ingredient Library · Ingredient · Argan Forest, Morocco
Myrtle
Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract
A Mediterranean evergreen — polyphenol-rich leaves for smoother-looking skin.
| INCI name | Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract |
|---|---|
| Type | Leaf extract — antioxidant & refining |
| Origin | Argan Forest, Morocco |
| Key benefit | Refined, smoother-looking skin |
| Suits | All skin types |
What is this
Myrtle
Myrtle is an evergreen Mediterranean shrub, Myrtus communis, whose small glossy leaves are rich in polyphenols such as myricetin derivatives and tannins. In skincare, plain and hydrolyzed forms of its leaf extract serve as antioxidant, refining actives that help protect skin from visible environmental stress and soften the look of early ageing signs.
Where is it found
Argan Forest, Morocco
Wild myrtle grows on the dry hillsides around Morocco's argan forests, its aromatic leaves toughened by sun and thin soil. It has scented Mediterranean rituals since antiquity, and its slow-growing branches are still cut sparingly, leaving each shrub to regrow at its own pace.
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Formulas with myrtle
Noctis Night Deep Cleanser
39.00 $
Argan + Brazil Nut + babassu lipid-rich night cleanser for comfort and barrier support
Ionis Toning Mist
37.00 $
Hyaluronic acid + Japanese yuzu + prebiotics hydrating & brightening toning mist
Cleanser Duo
70.00 $
67 refined ingredients • 92–97% natural origin • deep cleansing, hydration & soothing care
Photogena Facial Treatment Cleanser
38.00 $
Enzymatic complex + longevity botanicals for gentle, brightening daily cleansing
Lucis Protecting Day Serum
68.00 $
Niacinamide + hyaluronic acid + vitamin C brightening and firming day serum
Noctis Longevity Night Cream
68.00 $
Powerful anti-aging cream overnight with argan oil, babassu, and Brazil nut for deep nourishment and elasticity.
Renova The Eye Cream
69.00 $
Açaí + vitamin E brightening eye cream • 61 refined ingredients for dark circles, radiance & firmness
Lucis Nurturing Day Cream
58.00 $
Açaí + seabuckthorn + camellia antioxidant day cream for daily protection
Noctis Night Deep Cleanser
39.00 $
Argan + Brazil Nut + babassu lipid-rich night cleanser for comfort and barrier support
Ionis Toning Mist
37.00 $
Hyaluronic acid + Japanese yuzu + prebiotics hydrating & brightening toning mist
Cleanser Duo
70.00 $
67 refined ingredients • 92–97% natural origin • deep cleansing, hydration & soothing care
Photogena Facial Treatment Cleanser
38.00 $
Enzymatic complex + longevity botanicals for gentle, brightening daily cleansing
Lucis Protecting Day Serum
68.00 $
Niacinamide + hyaluronic acid + vitamin C brightening and firming day serum
Noctis Longevity Night Cream
68.00 $
Powerful anti-aging cream overnight with argan oil, babassu, and Brazil nut for deep nourishment and elasticity.
Renova The Eye Cream
69.00 $
Açaí + vitamin E brightening eye cream • 61 refined ingredients for dark circles, radiance & firmness
Lucis Nurturing Day Cream
58.00 $
Açaí + seabuckthorn + camellia antioxidant day cream for daily protection
Every ingredient in our library serves one measure of success — skin longevity — the years skin keeps its strength, moisture and evenness.
Questions about myrtle
What is myrtle?
Myrtle, Myrtus communis, is an aromatic evergreen shrub of the Mediterranean basin, with small glossy leaves, white starburst flowers and dark berries. Woven into Mediterranean ritual since antiquity, its leaves are valued in skincare for an unusually varied polyphenol profile.
What does myrtle extract do for skin?
Myrtle leaf extract works as an antioxidant, refining active. Its polyphenols — myricetin derivatives, gallotannins and tannins — help defend the skin's appearance from daily environmental stress, gently tone the look of the surface and soften the visibility of early ageing signs.
What is hydrolyzed myrtle extract?
A refined version of the same leaf extract in which larger molecules are gently broken into smaller fragments. Hydrolysis makes the extract easier to carry across different textures, which is why The Nine Aurora uses both the plain and hydrolyzed forms across its formulas.
Is myrtle good for sensitive skin?
As a leaf extract dosed within a finished formula, myrtle is generally well tolerated. It is quite different from concentrated myrtle essential oil — the extract's role is antioxidant refinement, delivered gently and in balance with the rest of the formula.
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