Astragalus Sinicus Extract
Description
Astragalus Sinicus Extract is an extract of the herb, Astragalus sinicus L., Leguminosae
Function
Properties
Regulatory Status
Safe for use at typical cosmetic concentrations (0.1–2%); demonstrated skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hair growth-promoting activity; no cytotoxicity up to 60 mg/mL; 8-week clinical trial at 0.2% well-tolerated with positive outcomes; not prohibited or restricted in EU or US.
Not listed in FDA 21 CFR prohibited or restricted cosmetic ingredients; no OTC monograph coverage; used freely in cosmetics under general safety obligation (MoCRA 2022). No CIR dedicated safety assessment found; not on FDA prohibited/restricted list. Supported by traditional East Asian medicinal use of Chinese milk vetch. Clinical trial at 0.2% in cream pack for 8 weeks demonstrated no adverse effects with improvements in pigmentation, elasticity, and moisture.