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Skin Conditioning

ALPINIA CALCARATA RHIZOME EXTRACT

CAS 90132-03-9 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Rhizome extract of snap ginger, a Zingiberaceae relative of true ginger. Contains essential oils and phenolics with mild antimicrobial and soothing effects.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Essential-oil based antimicrobial action
  • Antioxidant phenolics
  • Traditional anti-inflammatory use

Known concerns

  • Volatile oils can sensitize at higher levels
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Ginger-family allergen potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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