Marshmallow Root
AKA “Althea, Althaea officinalis, Marsh Mallow”
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Marshmallow root
AKA: Althea, Althaea officinalis, Marsh Mallow
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Marshmallow root extract, sourced from Italy, is known for its soothing and moisturizing properties. It helps calm and hydrate skin naturally.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Root
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Italy. Derived from the root of *Althaea officinalis*, a plant in the Malvaceae family native to Mediterranean regions and cultivated in Italy. Extracted from dried roots through water infusion or solvent extraction to obtain mucilage-rich compounds.
Plant Source
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Root
Function
Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Soothing
Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
Used in traditional European and Middle Eastern medicine for over 2,000 years as a soothing and moisturizing ingredient for sensitive skin. Historical herbalists recommended it for wound healing and as a gentle demulcent in skincare preparations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Irritation
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR