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Althea officinalis (Marshmallow) root extract
AKA “marshmallow root extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Althea officinalis (Marshmallow) root extract
AKA: Marshmallow root extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Althea officinalis (marshmallow) root extract is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Root
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
Used since ancient Egypt and Greece as a medicinal herb for soothing inflamed skin and wounds. The plant became popular in medieval European herbalism for treating respiratory issues and skin irritation, with the root specifically used in topical preparations for its emollient and demulcent properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR