murphyPaeonia suffruticosa root extract
AKA: Chinese Peony
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to China, Europe. Derived from the roots of Paeonia suffruticosa (Chinese peony), a flowering plant native to China and the Paeoniaceae family. Extracted from dried roots through solvent extraction methods, typically using water or alcohol-based processes.
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Chinese Peony, Paeonia suffruticosa, Ranunculaceae
Family
Paeoniaceae (Peony family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Shrub
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
223747-88-4
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Redness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
3 studies / 3 not irritating (CIR 906)
Not a Sensitizer
2 studies / 2 not sensitizing (CIR 906)
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 906)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.00009–0.05%
Rinse-off0.000029–0.5%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2025 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR