Active ingredient
Angelica Acutiloba Root Water
Angelica Acutiloba Root Water is a hydrosol or aqueous extract from the roots of Angelica acutiloba (Toki, Japanese angelica), a plant in the Apiaceae family central to traditional Japanese and Korean herbal medicine. The root is a classic ingredient in Oriental medicine for promoting skin clarity and improving complexion. Its aqueous fraction delivers ferulic acid, chlorogenic acid, ligustilide, and related bioactives. Distinct from Angelica dahurica (Bai Zhi, with furanocoumarin phototoxicity concerns) — Angelica acutiloba has a different phytochemical profile.
Also known as: Japanese angelica root water, Toki root water, Dong Quai water
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Benefits
- ✓Aqueous hydrosol of Angelica acutiloba (Japanese angelica, Toki) root delivers water-soluble bioactives including ligustilide, ferulic acid, and chlorogenic acid with brightening and anti-inflammatory properties
- ✓Traditional East Asian herbal use of Toki for skin tone improvement and circulation support is reflected in its inclusion in premium Korean serums as a botanical brightening toner
- ✓Ferulic acid and chlorogenic acid fractions in the aqueous extract provide antioxidant and mild UV-protective activity
Watch for
- ⚠Apiaceae family — potential for contact sensitization in sensitive individuals; distinct from Angelica sinensis (Chinese angelica) and Angelica dahurica (Bai Zhi) — different phytochemical profile and risk
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Cnidium Officinale Root Water+ Panax Ginseng Root Extract+ Niacinamide
