Skin Conditioning
POLYGONUM TINCTORIUM LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Japanese indigo (Polygonum tinctorium) leaf and stem extract — a traditional dye plant whose tryptanthrin and indigo compounds bring anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits.
Function
Skin benefits
- Tryptanthrin and indigo derivatives — anti-inflammatory
- Antibacterial activity
- Traditional anti-acne use
- Plant-derived blue pigment source
Known concerns
- May leave faint blue tint at high %
- Limited modern cosmetic toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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