Nelumbo nucifera root extract
AKA “Lotus Root Extract, Sacred Lotus Root Extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Nelumbo nucifera root extract
AKA: Lotus Root Extract, Sacred Lotus Root Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Nelumbo nucifera, Nymphaeaceae
Family
Nelumbonaceae (Lotus family)
Plant Part
Root
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
85085-51-4
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
Lotus roots have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years to cool inflammation, support circulation, and promote healing. Applied topically and consumed internally for their astringent and detoxifying properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Soothing
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR