Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
Botanical Description: Black pepper is a flowering vine belonging to the Piperaceae family, native to South India.
Cosmetic Benefits: Black pepper extract is rich in antioxidants and bioactive compounds, such as piperine, which have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and exfoliating properties. It helps cleanse and purify the skin, reduce inflammation and redness, and promote cell turnover. Black pepper extract also has a warming effect on the skin, stimulating circulation and promoting a healthy, radiant complexion.