Skin Conditioning
PERSICARIA JAPONICA LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An extract from Japanese knotweed-relative Persicaria japonica leaves and stems. Provides antioxidant flavonoids and astringent tannins for skin conditioning. Generally well tolerated topically.
Function
Skin benefits
- Flavonoid and tannin antioxidants
- Skin conditioning
- Mild astringent
- Traditional Japanese botanical
Known concerns
- Limited dedicated cosmetic safety review
- Possible variability in tannin and quercetin content
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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