Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Explained
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is from a plant called the Marsh Mallow plant. This plant is indigenous to Europe, West Asia, and North Africa.
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract is an emollient and antioxidant. It helps sooth and soften the skin. When applied to the skin, it blocks enzymes that break down hyaluronic acid.
It's antioxidant properties help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
The marshmallow we eat today is based on an ancient Egyptian dessert made from this plant (Marshmallows do not contain this plant anymore).
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What it does
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Marshmallow Root Extract
Marshmallow
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.5%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
54312
INCI Name
ALTHAEA OFFICINALIS ROOT EXTRACT
EC #
 277-254-6
All Functions
Skin Conditioning
