Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract
A peony plant extract. It helps calm skin, common in products for sensitive skin. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A soothing 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
Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract is the extract of peony root, a plant long used in East Asian care traditions. It contains compounds such as paeoniflorin, linked to a soothing and antioxidant effect. In cosmetics it shows up mainly in products for sensitive and reactive skin. As an active it is supporting. There is interest and some study of its compounds, but the specific evidence base in facial cosmetic formulas stays modest. It is reasonable as a secondary soothing ingredient that helps comfort the skin, not an active that fixes specific problems on its own. For topical use it is not meaningfully absorbed, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding without restriction. Tolerance is good: irritation and allergy potential are low, with no comedogenicity rating. It suits sensitive and oily skin. Being a botanical extract, an individual reaction is possible though uncommon, and the response also depends on the formula as a whole.
Frequently asked questions
Is Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract safe during pregnancy?
Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract for?
Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A peony plant extract.
What's the INCI name for Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract?
The INCI name is Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract. It may also appear as: Peony Root Extract.
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