INCI · plant-extract · CIR review pending · used in 1 products
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract is an extract obtained from the seeds of the East Indian Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera, family Nymphaeaceae). It is registered under CAS # 85085-51-4 and EC # 285-379-2. According to CosIng, its official functions include antimicrobial, antioxidant, astringent, emollient, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, and skin protecting.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
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plant-extract● Benefits
The extract provides antioxidant and antimicrobial/antibacterial protection for the skin, while also acting as an emollient and astringent. It is additionally recognized for skin conditioning and skin protecting properties per official CosIng data.
antioxidantantimicrobialsoothingbarrier-supporthydrating
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