Origin and history
The grape seed comes from the cultivated grapevine ( Vitis vinifera ), an emblematic plant of the Mediterranean basin. Used since antiquity for the production of wine and oil, grapes were also recognized for their medicinal properties. It was only in the 20th century that the exceptional richness of its seeds in natural antioxidants , particularly polyphenols and OPCs (oligomeric procyanidins) , was discovered. These compounds make it an excellent ally for beauty, youthfulness, and vitality.