murphyAlthea officinalis (Marshmallow) root extract
AKA: Marshmallow root extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to Mediterranean, Central Asia. Derived from the roots of Althea officinalis, a plant in the Malvaceae family native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia. Extracted through water or solvent infusion of dried marshmallow roots to obtain bioactive polysaccharides and mucilage compounds.
Althea officinalis (marshmallow) root extract is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Root
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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 Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR