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CURCUMA ZEDOARIA RHIZOME EXTRACT.

Valuable CAS 84961-49-9 / SKIN CONDITIONING

Curcuma Zedoaria Rhizome Extract is a multi-functional botanical ingredient recognized for its robust anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. It actively works to soothe the skin, mitigate oxidative stress, and support a balanced skin microbiome, fostering a clearer and more resilient complexion. This extract additionally contributes to sebum regulation and skin brightening.

Summary

skin conditioning anti-inflammatory antimicrobial antioxidant sebum regulating skin brightening

Science

Mechanism of Action

This extract primarily functions as an anti-inflammatory agent by inhibiting key inflammatory mediators like COX-2, TNF-α production, and prostaglandin E2, partly through compounds such as curcumin. It acts as an antioxidant by effectively scavenging free radicals, thereby protecting skin from oxidative damage. The extract exhibits broad-spectrum antibacterial and antifungal activities against various microorganisms. Furthermore, it can regulate sebum production, promote normal keratinocyte differentiation while inhibiting excessive proliferation, and acts as a skin conditioning agent.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Studies suggest that Curcuma zedoaria extract may exhibit suboptimal water solubility and stability, requiring careful formulation considerations. Its diverse components allow for extraction using both water (18.96% water soluble extractives) and various organic solvents such as alcohol (15.53% alcohol soluble extractives), hexane, ethyl acetate, and methanol, indicating varied solubilities.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

Official cosmetic safety assessments by regulatory bodies such as CIR, SCCS, or FDA are not available for Curcuma Zedoaria Rhizome Extract. While preclinical studies have indicated potential embryotoxicity and genotoxicity at certain high concentrations in in vitro or animal models, these findings do not directly translate to the ingredient's safety when used topically in typical cosmetic concentrations. The ingredient is present in a small percentage (0.01%) of existing cosmetic formulations, where overall product safety assessments are legally mandated to cover potential risks.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Curcuma Zedoaria Rhizome Extract is a valuable, multi-functional botanical offering significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and sebum-regulating benefits with low irritancy and comedogenicity. Further human-specific topical research and official safety reviews would enhance its profile for broader cosmetic application.

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