murphyImperata cylindrica root extract
AKA: Cogon Grass
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to Asia, Southeast Asia. Derived from the roots of Imperata cylindrica, a perennial grass native to Southeast Asia and the Poaceae family. Extracted from dried roots using solvent extraction methods, typically water or alcohol-based processes.
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Imperata, Imperata cylindrica (L.), Poacea
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Perennial or rhizomatous geophyte
Climate
Temperate
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Soothing
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.
Locks in moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR