Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract
A beet extract with betaine and sugars. It draws in moisture and supports hydration. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A hydrating plant extract. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract (beet root extract) supplies betaine and natural sugars. In a formula it works as a mild humectant: betaine draws and holds water in the stratum corneum and helps keep the skin feeling comfortable. On efficacy it is a supporting component, not a transformative active. The hydration it gives is genuine but light, handy for reinforcing the water phase of a cream or serum. There is no solid basis for anti-aging or brightening claims, so it is fairer to present it as an auxiliary humectant. Topical systemic uptake is negligible, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good: low irritation and allergy potential, suitable for sensitive skin. It has no meaningful comedogenic profile, so it fits almost any skin type.
Frequently asked questions
Is Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract safe during pregnancy?
Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract for?
Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A beet extract with betaine and sugars.
What's the INCI name for Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract?
The INCI name is Beta Vulgaris Root Extract. It may also appear as: Beet Root Extract.
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