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POLYGONUM FAGOPYRUM SPROUT EXTRACT

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Buckwheat sprout extract — rich in rutin and quercetin antioxidants. A well-tolerated edible-plant extract; main caveats are buckwheat-allergy cross-reactivity and trace fagopyrin.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTASTRINGENTBLEACHINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Rutin and quercetin antioxidants
  • Vitamin and mineral content from sprouts
  • Skin-strengthening flavonoids
  • Mild soothing effects

Known concerns

  • Fagopyrin can cause photosensitization at high oral doses
  • Buckwheat allergen cross-reactivity
  • Sprout standardization varies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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