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INCI · plant-extract · CIR review pending · used in 12 products

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract is derived from the fruit of the prickly ash (Zanthoxylum piperitum, Rutaceae), also known as Japanese Pepper, Korean Pepper, or Sanshō. Its CAS number is 97404-53-0. It is commonly found in K-Beauty formulations, notably as one of three extracts comprising the natural Korean preservative system EURO-NApre, alongside Usnea Barbata and Pulsatilla Koreana. The fruit contains active components including hyperoside and quercitrin, as well as fragrant components Limonene and Citronene.

Evidence level
weak
EWG score
Comedogenic
Category
plant-extract

● Benefits

The extract may provide antioxidant effects via its active components hyperoside and quercitrin. It functions as an antibacterial and natural preservative agent. When combined with Usnea Barbata and Pulsatilla Koreana, the blend is claimed to also offer anti-inflammatory effects and may help with blemishes, atopic dermatitis, and dandruff.

antioxidantanti-acneanti-rednesssoothing
● Cautions

Contains fragrant components (Limonene and Citronene) that may irritate sensitive skin.

Where Curi finds it.

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