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Nuphar Japonicum Root Extract

An extract from the roots of Nuphar japonicum (Japanese spatterdock/pond lily) containing nuphar alkaloids; used as a skin conditioning agent in Korean luxury formulas with traditional herbal roots.

Also known as: japanese spatterdock root extract, kouhone root extract, japanese pond lily root extract

skin-conditioning

Benefits

  • ✓Skin conditioning — supports overall skin health
  • ✓Contains nuphar alkaloids (desoxynupharidine, nuphamine) with reported antimicrobial activity including against resistant bacteria (MRSA, VRE)
  • ✓Traditionally used in Korean and East Asian herbal medicine

Watch for

  • ⚠Limited published cosmetic safety data; specific topical toxicology not well characterized
At a glance
CategoryOther
IrritancyLow–moderate
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

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