Nymphaea Alba Root Extract

Nymphaea alba root extract is a botanical material obtained from the underground portions of the white water lily, used for skin conditioning and a calming sensorial profile in gentle formulas, though strong clinical substantiation is limited.
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Snapshot

Overview
A white water lily root extract that calms and softens sensitive skin.
Category
Soothing, Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Sensitive Skin
Type
Botanical Extract

Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Not typically evaluated for comedogenicity — no standardized rating available.

Is Nymphaea Alba Root Extract a Good Ingredient?

The clinical evidence for soothing or antioxidant efficacy is limited, with most support being compositional rather than tested, which is why it rates Fair. As a botanical, it also carries a small risk of irritation or allergy in sensitive users.

Skin Benefits

May soothe the feel of irritation and improve softness and suppleness, and offers mild antioxidant activity based on composition reports.

Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in gentle toners, essences, serums, and soothing cream masks for sensitive-leaning routines.

Safety

Generally gentle, but plant extracts can provoke irritation or sensitization in reactive skin. Patch test when introducing alongside other actives.