Clitoria ternatea aka Butterfly Pea.

Butterfly Pea is renowned for its rich anthocyanin content—particularly ternatins—which confer potent antioxidant properties. Antioxidants are crucial in scavenging reactive oxygen species, thereby protecting cells from oxidative stress and supporting genomic stability. By mitigating oxidative damage, this tincture may help slow cellular aging processes and enhance skin health through improved collagen integrity.

Additionally, in vitro and animal studies suggest that Butterfly Pea extracts modulate neurotransmitter systems, notably increasing acetylcholine activity in the hippocampus. This supports cognitive functions such as memory, learning, and neuroplasticity. Preliminary evidence also indicates anxiolytic effects via GABAergic modulation, which may promote calmness without sedation.

Further, the vivid blue pigment acts as a pH-sensitive bioindicator and is being increasingly explored in nutraceutical applications for its multifunctional benefits. This tincture, therefore, provides a dual mode of action—targeting systemic oxidative resilience and neural pathway support—making it suitable for those seeking natural cognitive fortification and stress modulation.