Beta vulgaris (beetroot) extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin protecting.
Family
Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Biennial or perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
89957-89-1 / 89957-90-4
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Used in European folk medicine and traditional skincare for centuries for skin brightening and circulation enhancement. Beetroot was traditionally applied topically to improve skin tone and complexion.