Panax Ginseng Root Extract
INCI: PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT
CAS 84650-12-4 EC 283-493-7
Panax Ginseng Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Ginseng, Panax ginseng, Araliaceae
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
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Description
Panax Ginseng Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Ginseng, Panax ginseng, Araliaceae
Purpose
Function
Extract from Panax ginseng roots. Active constituents: ginsenosides (steroidal saponins with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and collagen-stimulating activity), polysaccharides (hydration), and polyacetylenes. Mechanisms: ginsenosides inhibit MMP-1 (collagen-degrading enzyme) and stimulate procollagen synthesis in fibroblasts; antioxidant via free-radical scavenging; brightening via inhibition of melanin synthesis.
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Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
NOAEL1600 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Flags
adaptogenantioxidantanti-agingcollagen-synthesisk-beautyholistic-beautymmp-inhibitor
Verdict
Ginseng extract offers strong in-vitro evidence for cosmetic use with documented MMP-1 inhibition and procollagen synthesis stimulation via ginsenosides. Clinical performance is well-established in K-beauty contexts, though robust independent RCTs for topical use remain limited. Fermented ginseng shows enhanced bioavailability. Antioxidant and collagen-support claims can be substantiated from available in-vitro data.
US Note
Permitted without restriction. Strong market presence in K-beauty and premium anti-aging segments. Topical ginsenoside efficacy supported by in-vitro and some clinical data. MoCRA safety substantiation required.
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