Antioxidant ingredient
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
An extract from the roots of Astragalus membranaceus (huang qi / Chinese astragalus), a key traditional Chinese medicine herb; the hero active in Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner, prized for its antioxidant saponins and skin-conditioning polysaccharides.
Also known as: huang qi extract, astragalus root extract, milk vetch root extract, radix astragali extract
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Benefits
- ✓Rich in saponins (astragalosides) and polysaccharides with antioxidant activity
- ✓Supports skin conditioning and elasticity
- ✓Brightening and anti-aging benefits linked to telomerase-activating compounds
Watch for
- ⚠Generally well tolerated topically; minimal reported sensitization