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Humectant

PHRAGMITES COMMUNIS ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 84604-02-4 (generic) Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Common reed (Phragmites communis) root extract — polysaccharide-rich and lightly antioxidant. Conditions and hydrates skin in a quietly traditional, well-tolerated way.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Polysaccharides bind water
  • Phenolic antioxidants soothe
  • Traditional Asian medicinal use

Known concerns

  • Possible grass-allergen cross-reactivity
  • Limited cosmetic-specific clinical data
  • Wild-harvested supply variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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