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Skin Conditioning

PALMITOYL POTENTILLA ERECTA 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

A fat-soluble version of tormentil (Potentilla erecta) root extract, made by attaching a palmitoyl tail. Adds antioxidant tannins to skin care; data is limited but no major safety flags.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Lipid-soluble form of tormentil root extract
  • Antioxidant tannins for skin conditioning
  • Better penetration than the parent extract

Known concerns

  • Limited public safety data on the palmitoyl ester
  • Astringent tannins may irritate sensitive skin
  • No CIR/SCCS review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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