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Skin Conditioning

WITHANIA SOMNIFERA LEAF/ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 90147-43-6 Updated
74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Ashwagandha root and leaf extract — also known as Indian ginseng — an adaptogenic Ayurvedic botanical with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties increasingly used in modern skincare.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Withanolide antioxidant action
  • Anti-inflammatory effects
  • Adaptogenic herbal heritage
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Solanaceae alkaloid considerations
  • Pregnancy caution by some authorities
  • Limited cosmetic clinical data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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