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Lithospermum erythrorhizon root extract
AKA “Gromwell root extract, Li root extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Lithospermum erythrorhizon root extract
AKA: Gromwell root extract, Li root extract
Extract · Antioxidant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
A traditional root extract that conditions and soothes skin, helping to maintain a healthy complexion.
Family
Boraginaceae (Borage family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
223749-76-6
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Japanese herbalism for centuries to promote skin brightening and wound healing. Known as 'zicao' in Chinese medicine, the root was traditionally applied topically for eczema and to improve skin complexion.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Hyperpigmentation
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR