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Skin Conditioning

CYNANCHUM WILFORDII ROOT EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An herbal root extract used in Korean cosmetics for conditioning and antioxidant effects. Quality varies because of historical mix-ups with a toxic look-alike species.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Traditional herbal extract
  • Skin conditioning and antioxidant in vitro
  • Antibacterial properties

Known concerns

  • Has been confused/adulterated with toxic Cynanchum auriculatum
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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