INCI · plant-extract · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, also known as Marshmallow Root Extract, is derived from the roots of the marsh mallow plant (Althaea officinalis L.) of the Malvaceae family. It is registered under CAS # 73049-65-7 and EC # 277-254-6. According to CosIng, its official function is skin conditioning. It appears across a wide range of skincare and haircare formulations.
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plant-extract● Benefits
The source lists skin conditioning as the sole official function of this ingredient. It appears in products positioned for soothing, hydrating, and barrier-supportive purposes, though specific clinical benefit claims are not detailed in the source.
soothinghydratingbarrier-supportskin-conditioning
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