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Skin Conditioning

PERSICARIA HYDROPIPER 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

An extract from water pepper (smartweed). Used for antioxidant skin conditioning. Contains pungent polygodial-type compounds that can mildly irritate sensitive skin at higher levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Flavonoid antioxidants
  • Skin soothing
  • Traditional astringent use

Known concerns

  • Peppery/pungent compounds (polygodial) can irritate
  • Limited cosmetic safety data
  • Potential photosensitizer compounds

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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