Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Starch
AKA: Bean
Plant-Derived
Not Clean
Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Starch is the starch obtained from the seeds of the Bean, Phaseolus radiatus L., Leguminosae
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
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Form
Powder
Functions
Abrasive
Bulking
Physical Exfoliant
Adds Body & Volume
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Gently polishes surface
Adds volume
Traditional Use
Mung bean starch has been used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries for skin conditions and as a gentle cleansing agent. Applied topically in traditional beauty preparations across South and East Asia for its cooling and soothing properties.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 2%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 680).
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR