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LIGUSTICUM SINENSE ROOT EXTRACT.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

Derived from the Chinese lovage root, Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract is traditionally valued for its skin brightening and hydrating properties. This botanical extract offers potential benefits in mitigating skin inflammation and oxidative stress, supporting overall skin health and vitality.

Summary

Skin conditioning Hydrating Skin brightening Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory

Science

Mechanism of Action

This extract operates through several biological pathways; it is traditionally recognized for its antimelanogenic effects, contributing to skin brightening, and its ability to deeply hydrate the skin. Constituents found in related Ligusticum species exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic properties. Furthermore, it may enhance local microcirculation and act as a permeation enhancer, potentially optimizing the absorption of other active ingredients.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 A 25% concentration of Ligusticum sinense hexane extract (LHE) demonstrated no local skin reaction, such as rash, swelling, or irritation, when applied to human skin.
  2. 02 Ligusticum sinense is externally used for skin whitening and hydration, with identified antimelanogenic components.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

While specific stability data for cosmetic formulations are not extensively documented, components like phthalides found in related Ligusticum volatile oils have shown stability in biological systems. General optimal pH range for cosmetic formulations remains to be fully elucidated.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

LIGUSTICUM SINENSE ROOT EXTRACT currently lacks formal review by CIR, SCCS, or FDA. However, a human study indicated no local skin irritation, rash, or swelling at a 25% concentration of its hexane extract. A related ingredient, 'Ligusticum Chuanxiong Root Extract,' is noted as 'Irritant Free' and 'Teen SAFE' by SkinSAFE, suggesting a favorable safety profile within the Ligusticum genus.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract is a valuable ingredient, traditionally revered for its skin brightening and hydrating capabilities, with promising antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential, and a demonstrated low risk of irritation at specific concentrations.

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