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Skin Conditioning

SALACIA CHINENSIS ROOT 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

Salacia chinensis root extract — a traditional Ayurvedic medicinal botanical used for skin conditioning. Generally accepted at cosmetic levels with no EU restrictions but limited published data.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Polyphenol antioxidants and mangiferin
  • Mild skin conditioning
  • Traditional Ayurvedic medicinal botanical

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossiers
  • Possible alkaloid fraction (kotalanol etc.)
  • Variable batch composition

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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