Soothing ingredient
Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract
Cimicifuga racemosa (black cohosh) root extract is derived from the rhizome of a plant native to eastern North America, used in Native American and Western herbal medicine. In cosmetics, its triterpene glycosides and phenolic acids deliver anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity for calming sensitive or reactive skin. The hepatotoxicity concerns from oral supplementation do not apply to topical cosmetic formulations.
Also known as: Black Cohosh Root Extract, Actaea racemosa extract
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Benefits
- ✓Triterpene glycosides (actein, cimicifugoside) modulate inflammatory mediators to reduce skin redness and irritation in sensitive and reactive skin types
- ✓Phenolic acids and tannins provide antioxidant protection against UV-induced free radical damage
- ✓Astringent tannin content helps refine pores and temporarily improve skin texture and tonicity
Watch for
- ⚠Rare contact sensitization; patch test recommended for reactive skin
- ⚠Topical use at cosmetic concentrations does not carry the hepatotoxicity risk associated with oral supplementation of black cohosh
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Centella Asiatica Extract+ Beta-Glucan+ Panthenol
