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PELARGONIUM RENIFORME ROOT EXTRACT.

Insufficient Data CAS 91721-68-5 / SKIN CONDITIONING

An extract derived from the root of Pelargonium reniforme, traditionally recognized for its wound-healing and blemish-reducing properties. This ingredient is valued in skincare for its multifaceted antioxidant, antimicrobial, and astringent actions, contributing to overall skin health.

Summary

antioxidant antimicrobial astringent wound-healing support blemish control

Science

Mechanism of Action

This root extract is rich in diverse phytochemicals including phenolic acids, phenylpropanoid derivatives, fatty acids, essential oils, coumarins, flavonoids, diterpenes, and tannins. Its broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity targets bacteria, fungi, and mycobacteria, potentially through inhibiting bacterial adhesion. The notable tannin content imparts astringent properties, supporting skin firming and natural repair processes, while its antioxidant compounds help neutralize free radicals and protect against environmental stressors.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Traditional ethnobotanical applications have long recognized its utility for wound healing and in formulations addressing skin pimples. While specific effective concentrations for topical cosmetic use are not available in clinical literature, the raw Pelargonium root material is standardized by the European Pharmacopoeia to contain not less than 2% tannins (expressed as pyrogallol), indicating a significant active component.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

PELARGONIUM RENIFORME ROOT EXTRACT is identified in the FDA's GSRS database (UNII D60KG7C259). Direct cosmetic safety assessments by CIR or SCCS are not currently available. While oral administration of an aqueous root extract at doses up to 400 mg/kg body weight was non-toxic in Wistar rats, it is noted that for oral medicinal products, hypersensitivity to the Geraniaceae family is a contraindication and allergic reactions are a known precaution, suggesting a potential for sensitivity in susceptible individuals.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While Pelargonium reniforme root extract demonstrates promising multi-functional properties for skin health, comprehensive clinical data on optimal topical concentrations for targeted cosmetic efficacy remains limited, necessitating further investigation for precise formulation.

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