Skin Conditioning
COIX LACRYMA-JOBI MA-YUEN ROOT EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Job's tears (Ma-Yuen variety) root extract — a traditional cereal-grain plant used for skin softening, hydration, and brightening. Long food and topical use history with no notable safety flags.
Function
Skin benefits
- Coixenolide and polysaccharide skin-conditioning
- Brightening claims supported in traditional use
- Hydration and softening
- Long food and traditional medicine record
Known concerns
- Limited dedicated cosmetic safety dossier
- Composition can vary by cultivation region
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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