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Skin Conditioning

PERSICARIA LAPATHIFOLIA 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 of pale smartweed, a polygonaceae plant traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory. Cosmetic data are thin and the family includes oxalate-rich species.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Flavonoid antioxidants
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Polygonaceae oxalate content
  • Possible photosensitization
  • Limited cosmetic-grade safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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