An extract of tree peony roots used as a skin-protecting ingredient.
What it is
Paeonia suffruticosa root extract is an extract of the roots of the tree peony, Paeonia suffruticosa, which CosIng calls the Chinese peony and assigns to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). CosIng lists it as a skin-protecting ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, serums, essences and other skin care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or solvent.
Functions
- Skin protecting
- Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.