Humectant
ARENARIA KANSUENSIS LEAF/ROOT/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An obscure Caryophyllaceae botanical with humectant and skin-soothing reputation in traditional Chinese medicine. Topically modest in risk but the cosmetic dossier is thin and saponin content can irritate.
Function
Skin benefits
- Polysaccharide humectancy
- Mild antioxidant action
- Caryophyllaceae soothing tradition
Known concerns
- Saponins may irritate sensitive skin
- Very thin cosmetic safety dossier
- Quality varies sharply by source
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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