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COIX LACRYMA-JOBI MA-YUEN SEED POWDER

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen (Job's tears) seed powder — a plant-derived powder used to soften and condition the skin.

Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed powder is derived from Job's tears (also called adlay or Chinese barley), a grain cultivated for thousands of years in Asia. The seeds contain protein, fiber, and Coix seed polysaccharides with reported skin benefits. No EU Annex restrictions apply to this ingredient. It is considered safe for cosmetic use and is particularly popular in East Asian skincare formulations for its moisturizing properties.

Skin benefits

  • Contains skin-nourishing polysaccharides
  • Traditional moisturizing use
  • Rich in proteins and minerals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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