Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
What Pueraria Lobata Root Extract is & what it does
A kudzu root extract rich in antioxidant isoflavones that helps protect and condition skin. It supports a smoother, more resilient look.
What does Pueraria Lobata Root Extract do in skincare?
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, from kudzu root, is used as a botanical conditioning and antioxidant ingredient. It contains plant compounds (isoflavones) that are commonly associated with soothing, supportive care for the skin. It usually appears as a secondary botanical active rather than a primary one.
Is Pueraria Lobata Root Extract safe?
Kudzu root extract is widely used in cosmetics and is generally regarded as well tolerated when applied topically at the small amounts typical in skincare. As with any botanical, sensitive individuals can occasionally react, so a patch test is reasonable. This is general information and not medical advice.
Is Pueraria Lobata Root Extract natural or synthetic?
It is naturally derived. The extract is obtained from the root of kudzu (Pueraria lobata), a climbing plant, and being plant-sourced it is typically compatible with vegan formulations.
Sunscreens with Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
We rate 50 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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iUnik Centella Calming Daily Sun Water SPF 50+ Pa++++
95/100
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Nacific Sun Essence SPF 50+ PA++++
93/100
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Fabyou Aqua Relaxing Sun Cream SPF50+ Pa++++
91/100
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Acwell Dermild Fresh Sun Control Essence Spf 50
90/100
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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++
90/100
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Tocobo Bio Watery Sun Cream
89/100
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it Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation Oil Fee Matte Full Coverage Moisturizer Spf 50+
84/100
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it Cosmetics CC Cream Oil- Free Matte SPF 40
84/100
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Missha All Around Safe Block Essence Sun Spf45/Pa+++
82/100
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it Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation Full Coverage Moisturizer With Spf 50+
82/100