Nardostachys jatamansi rhizome/root extract

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AKA: Spikenard extract, Jatamansi extract, Nard extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Nardostachys Jatamansi Rhizome/Root Extract is the extract of the rhizomes and roots of Nardostachys jatamansi, Valerianaceae
Family
Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Subalpine or subarctic
CAS #
90064-28-1
Form
Liquid
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
Traditional Use
A cornerstone of Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 3,000 years, valued for promoting calm, skin health, and blood circulation. Historically used in facial preparations and medicinal oils for complexion enhancement.
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Irritation
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR