Imperata cylindrica root extract

Imperata cylindrica root extract

AKA “Imperata”

Extract

Ingredient Facts

Imperata cylindrica root extract

Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Skin Conditioner

Extract

Clean

Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Imperata, Imperata cylindrica (L.), Poacea

Family

Poaceae (Grass family)

Plant Part

Root

Lifeform

Perennial or rhizomatous geophyte

Climate

Temperate

Form

Liquid

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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.

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda for cooling and anti-inflammatory properties, traditionally prepared as a decoction for urinary and digestive complaints. Modern skincare extracts harness its historical use for soothing irritated skin.