An extract of kudzu root, used as a humectant.
What it is
Pueraria lobata root extract is an extract of the roots of kudzu, Pueraria lobata, a climbing plant of the legume family (Fabaceae). CosIng lists it as a humectant.
Where it is used
Found in skin care products such as creams and serums.
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
- Humectant
- Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.