Ingredient · 🇮🇳 India

Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice

Humectant / skin-conditioning agent Support / formulation
What it is

Polymnia Sonchifolia (yacon) Root Juice is derived from the yacon tuber and is rich in fructooligosaccharides, used in cosmetics mainly as a humectant and prebiotic skin-conditioning agent to support hydration and the skin microbiome. It is generally considered a mild, well-tolerated ingredient.

Side effects reported in research

Reported effectHow oftenNotes
Irritation or rednessRareMild, transient irritation possible in sensitive individuals.
Allergic contact dermatitisVery rareIsolated sensitization reactions reported; limited documentation.

Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.

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