INCI name

PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT

Ginseng root extract

An extract of ginseng root.

What it is

Panax ginseng root extract is obtained from the roots of Asian ginseng. CosIng lists it as an emollient, hair-conditioning, skin-protecting and tonic ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, eye creams, shampoos and hair tonics.

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 composition of a plant extract depends on the solvent and process used; the label does not show it.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Skin protecting
Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
Tonic
Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (247)

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