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Humectant

DIOSCOREA JAPONICA ROOT EXTRACT

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Japanese yam (yamaimo) root extract — an edible food-grade yam rich in soothing mucilaginous polysaccharides. Hydrates and conditions skin with a clean safety profile.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Mucilaginous polysaccharide humectant
  • Soothing skin-conditioning action
  • Antioxidant phenolics
  • Edible food-grade Japanese yam

Known concerns

  • Mild raw-yam itching from raphides — not in finished extract
  • Variable mucilage content
  • Limited formal cosmetic dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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