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Skin Conditioning

DIOSCOREA PANTHAICA ROOT EXTRACT

Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A wild yam root extract used for plant saponins and skin conditioning. Despite marketing claims, diosgenin doesn't convert to hormones in skin — the extract is mostly a soothing botanical.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Source of plant saponins (diosgenin)
  • Marketed for skin conditioning
  • Traditional medicinal plant

Known concerns

  • Diosgenin does not convert to hormones in skin (myth)
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Possible skin sensitization in saponin-sensitive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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 70
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