Antimicrobial
BACILLUS/POLYGALA TENUIFOLIA ROOT FERMENT EXTRACT FILTRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Yuan Zhi (Polygala tenuifolia) root fermented with Bacillus — supplies mild saponins and xanthone antioxidants for conditioning and antimicrobial support. Generally fine; saponins can mildly irritate at high levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Saponin-driven mild surfactant action
- Antimicrobial xanthone content
- Skin conditioning effects
- Probiotic ferment metabolites
Known concerns
- Polygala saponins are surface-active and can be mildly irritating at higher levels
- Limited cosmetic-grade safety dossier
- Composition variability
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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