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Humectant

HYDROLYZED COIX LACRYMA-JOBI MA-YUEN SEED

Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A hydrolyzed seed extract from Job's Tears (Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen), a traditional East Asian grain — hydrates and conditions skin. Edible plant with a long topical safety record.

Function

HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Hydrating humectant effect
  • Traditional grain with safe-use history
  • Plant-derived and biodegradable
  • Antioxidant phytochemicals

Known concerns

  • Possible grass-family allergy in rare cases
  • Sourcing/contaminant control needed

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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