Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract
What Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract is & what it does
Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract is derived from the root of black cohosh, a plant native to North America. In cosmetic formulas it is used as a botanical conditioning and soothing extract, contributing plant compounds that can support a calm, comfortable feel on the skin. It is most often included as a supporting botanical at low concentrations rather than as a primary active.
What does Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract do in skincare?
Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract comes from black cohosh root and is used as a botanical conditioning and soothing extract. It contributes plant compounds that can support a calm, comfortable feel on the skin. It is usually included as a supporting botanical at low levels rather than as a main active.
Is Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract safe?
As a topical cosmetic ingredient, Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract is generally used at low concentrations and considered well tolerated in that context. Botanical extracts can occasionally cause sensitivity in some people, so patch testing is a good idea. This refers to topical cosmetic use, not oral supplements.
Is Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract natural or synthetic?
Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract is a naturally derived ingredient, obtained from the root of the black cohosh plant. It is typically prepared as a processed, standardized botanical extract for cosmetic use. It is not a synthetic compound.
Sunscreens with Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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Acwell Dermild Fresh Sun Control Essence Spf 50
90/100
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Seohwabi White Sun Protection Cream Spf50+ Pa+++
87/100
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Dr MedM+ UV-guard Sunscreen SPF 50
76/100
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MEDI-PEEL Active Silky Sun Cream Spf50+ Pa+++
67/100
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MEDI-PEEL Bio-Cell Sun Cream Spf50+ Pa+++
66/100
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Murad Anti-Aging Moisturiser Broad Spectrum SPF 30 PA+++
60/100