Skin Conditioning
HYDROLYZED LEPIDIUM MEYENII ROOT
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A hydrolyzed extract of Lepidium meyenii (maca) root — a Brassicaceae tuber with long Andean dietary use. Hydrolysis improves bioavailability. Well-tolerated; rare glucosinolate sensitivity is the main caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Maca root polyphenols and glucosinolates
- Hydrolysis improves skin bioavailability
- Long traditional dietary use in Andean cultures
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Glucosinolate content may irritate sensitive skin at high use
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety literature
- Variable bioactive content by altitude and cultivar
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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